2017 Mercedes-Benz Vito 2.1L Diesel · LP17 VCM

The 2017 Mercedes-Benz Vito has demonstrated a stable roadworthiness trend over the past three tests, with no defects or advisories recorded in any of the most recent MOTs. The vehicle passed its most recent test on 15 August 2025, just 11 months ago, and the preceding failure on 14 August 2024 was due to an administrative oversight rather than mechanical issues, as no defects were logged. This suggests the vehicle has not experienced recurring or escalating faults during the test period, though the lack of advisories or defects does not preclude hidden wear or deferred maintenance. The mileage progression indicates unusually high annual usage, averaging approximately 21,800 miles per year over the past nine years. Between the July 2023 and August 2023 tests, the vehicle accumulated 726 miles in just three weeks, a rate that would equate to over 24,000 miles annually if sustained. Such rapid mileage accumulation places significant stress on suspension components—particularly coil springs, bushes, and dampers—braking systems, and drivetrain elements. The gap between the 2024 and 2025 tests, spanning 13 months with only 28,622 miles logged, suggests a period of reduced usage, though this does not mitigate the cumulative wear from earlier high-mileage phases. Given the high mileage and the absence of recorded advisories, a prospective buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of the suspension system, focusing on the condition of rear suspension bushes and coil springs, which are prone to fatigue at this mileage. The braking system warrants close examination, particularly for uneven wear on rear brake discs or binding calipers, as these issues often develop incrementally and may not always trigger MOT failures. Structural integrity should also be assessed, especially around wheel arches and sills, where corrosion could compromise safety without immediate MOT consequences. The lack of emissions-related failures does not exclude the possibility of degraded catalytic converters or fuel system components, so a diagnostic scan for stored fault codes would be advisable.