2018 Mercedes-Benz Vito 2.1L Diesel · WX68 VFD

The most recent MOT on 2025-12-18 recorded a pass, but noted two minor defects: a defective nearside front windscreen wiper blade and an offside rear reflector damaged by up to 50% of its reflecting surface. These issues are non-safety-critical but indicate ongoing maintenance needs. The prior MOT on 2025-12-17, just one day earlier, resulted in a fail with more serious concerns, including a fractured nearside front coil spring, a worn suspension arm ball joint, and headlamp aim too high. These defects suggest significant mechanical degradation in a short timeframe. Recurring issues include damage to rear reflectors, which have been flagged in three MOTs (2025, 2024, 2023). Brake components also show consistent wear, with nearside and offside rear brake pads and discs recorded as worn in 2023. Suspension-related defects emerged in 2025, including a fractured coil spring and ball joint wear, which were not previously documented. This indicates a shift toward more severe mechanical faults, particularly in the suspension system. The trend suggests worsening conditions, as the 2025 fail included multiple critical defects absent in earlier reports. While the 2025 pass addressed some issues, the persistence of reflector damage and the emergence of suspension problems imply ongoing deterioration.