2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito 2.1L Diesel · OC55 AJC

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. While the most recent test in April 2026 at 121,886 miles passed, it followed a failure just three days prior involving multiple critical defects. The trend for suspension components is stable but slightly worsening, as worn rear upper shock absorber bushes have appeared across three consecutive testing years. This suggests that the owner only addresses mechanical faults when forced by an MOT failure rather than performing routine preventative maintenance. The recorded mileage of 121,886 miles over 15 years averages to approximately 8,100 miles per year, which is consistent with typical light usage for a commercial vehicle of this age. There is a significant gap of 7,646 miles between October 2023 and November 2024, followed by another 7,590 miles between November 2024 and April 2026. This consistent accumulation indicates regular use, which generally helps keep rubber components and seals from degrading during long periods of standing. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the rear suspension, as the upper shock absorber bushes have been flagged as worn out since at least 2024 and reached their limit in 2026. The April 2026 failure also highlighted an offside front tyre with exposed cords and a nearside rear tyre at the legal limit, indicating a lapse in basic tyre inspections. The exhaust mounting was noted as defective in the latest failure and should be verified to ensure it was properly replaced and not just temporarily adjusted. Recurring electrical issues, specifically regarding stop lamps and registration plate lights, suggest intermittent wiring faults or poor bulb replacements that require a thorough circuit check.