2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito 2.1L Diesel · TF07 DOK

The 2026‑02‑19 MOT at 131,429 miles recorded a clean pass with no defects, indicating that the vehicle currently meets the DVSA roadworthiness standards. Since the 2019‑07‑03 failure, recurring suspension and brake advisories have been addressed, and the most recent test shows no new faults, suggesting a stable maintenance record rather than a worsening or improving trend. The 2007 Mercedes‑Benz Vito has accumulated 131,429 miles over 19 years, averaging about 6,900 miles per annum, which aligns with typical usage for its age. Mileage rose from 81,186 miles in the 2013‑04‑16 test to 131,429 miles in 2026, a gain of roughly 50,243 miles, with incremental increases of 5‑7,000 miles per year in most intervals; the only notable gap is the two‑year span between the 2019‑07‑03 test at 109,531 miles and the 2021‑01‑16 test at 114,825 miles, representing a modest 5,294‑mile increase. A buyer should focus on the suspension components that have repeatedly appeared as advisories: the off‑side front anti‑roll bar pin or bush, the near‑side front lower suspension arm ball joint, and the rear brake pipe, which showed corrosion in the 2025 test and may still be compromised. Inspection of the rear and front brake discs, calipers and pads is advisable, as worn or pitted discs and binding calipers were noted in 2024 and 2025. The parking brake efficiency has been a recurring failure point, so functional testing of the parking brake on both sides is essential. Finally, a visual check for structural rust around the rear brake pipe and chassis, together with a thorough tyre tread and alignment assessment, will confirm whether the historical wear patterns have been adequately addressed.