2024 Mercedes-Benz Vito 116CDI Tourer Select Auto 1.9L Diesel · WN24 DPX

The most recent DVSA examination on 16 June 2026 resulted in a PASS, with a single advisory recorded against the offside front tyre regarding slight damage, cracking or perishing. This latest outcome continues a largely compliant maintenance trend across the recorded history, with the only failure occurring at the 18 November 2025 test. That failure was driven by both nearside and offside front brake discs being significantly and obviously worn, an item that was subsequently rectified and led to a clean pass just two days later on 20 November 2025, alongside two tyre cut advisories. The progression from a worn front brake advisory in May 2025, to a failure in the same area in November 2025, suggests a period of accelerated wear or deferred brake servicing, but the rapid return to test-ready condition and subsequent clean pass indicates the issue has been addressed rather than being indicative of a chronic underlying fault. The recorded mileage of 126,194 miles on a 2024 vehicle is exceptionally high, representing an annual accumulation of approximately 63,000 miles. For a commercial-derived people carrier such as the Vito 116CDI Tourer Select, such intensive usage is consistent with multi-driver, high-utilisation operation such as shuttle, hotel or contract work, rather than private use. Mechanically, this level of mileage in just two years places substantial demand on the OM654 diesel drivetrain, turbocharger, dual-mass flywheel, clutch or torque converter, injector balance and EGR system. Consumables including brake discs, pads, tyres, suspension bushes, anti-roll bar links, wheel bearings, drive belts and coolant will have experienced wear cycles far in excess of what a same-aged private vehicle would have sustained. The absence of any recorded driveline or structural advisories on the MOT history is reassuring, but it remains essential to verify that the servicing schedule has been rigorously maintained to OEM intervals given the punishing usage profile. The recurring theme of front brake disc wear across the 2025 advisories and the November failure warrants close attention. On a test drive, the buyer should listen for any brake shudder under heavy pedal application from speed, which would indicate residual disc runout or uneven thickness variation following the disc replacement. The new discs should be inspected for any scoring, lipping at the outer edge, or visible hot-spots suggesting caliper drag. The handbrake should be tested on an incline to confirm full release, as binding rear calipers on high-mileage commercial vehicles are a common cause of uneven rear tyre wear and elevated fuel consumption. The front brake pads, noted as wearing thin in May 2025, should now be of recent fitment; verify the pad material thickness and confirm the caliper slider pins have been re-greased during the brake overhaul, as seized pins on Vito front calipers frequently accelerate uneven pad wear. The tyre-related advisories appearing across three consecutive tests are particularly relevant on a vehicle of this mileage. The cracking or perishing noted on the offside front tyre in June 2026 can occur due to heat cycling, under-inflation, or prolonged use on aged rubber compounds, and the buyer should conduct a careful visual inspection of all four tyres, including the inner shoulders which are often difficult to see, for any signs of sidewall crazing or cracking. Confirm that all tyres are of matching manufacturer, tread depth, and ideally the same age, as mixed-age fitments can lead to handling imbalances and potential ABS intervention issues. Beyond the recorded items, a prospective purchaser should commission a thorough mechanical inspection covering the dual-mass flywheel for any rattle on idle or during clutch engagement, the timing chain for any cold-start rattle characteristic of high-mileage OM654 units, the EGR valve and intake for carbon build-up, and a full underside examination for any corrosion or oil leaks from the turbo, sump, or rear differential area. Given the extreme annual mileage, the service history should be scrutinised meticulously, and a fresh oil and filter service using a manufacturer-approved low-SAPS lubricant should be considered as an immediate priority regardless of the service book status.