Mercedes Benz Vaneo MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Mercedes Benz Vaneo. Check any Vaneo by registration number below.

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68.9%

Avg Pass Rate

-21.3%

vs Mercedes Benz Avg

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Mercedes Benz Vaneo — MOT Reliability Overview

The Mercedes Benz Vaneo has an average MOT pass rate of 68.9%, which is 21.3 percentage points below the Mercedes Benz brand average of 90.2%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Vaneo on the road.

The most common reasons a Mercedes Benz Vaneo fails its MOT are the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded. If you are preparing your Vaneo for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Mercedes Benz Vaneo, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Mercedes Benz Vaneo performs at MOT across different model years.

2006

Based on 123 vehicles

65.9%Average

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

7.0%

Retest Rate

22.5%

2005

Based on 265 vehicles

61.5%Below Average

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

11.9%

Retest Rate

31.5%

2004

Based on 245 vehicles

66.9%Average

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

6.3%

Retest Rate

21.3%

2003

Based on 264 vehicles

59.8%Below Average

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

7.1%

Retest Rate

27.0%

2002

Based on 1,041 vehicles

90.4%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

5.3%

Retest Rate

7.0%

Mileage at 10yr

165k mi

Top MOT Failures — Mercedes Benz Vaneo

The most common reasons a Mercedes Benz Vaneo fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

6.1%

A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened

5.3%

Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded

5.1%

Stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

4.9%

Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen

4.5%

Mercedes Benz Vaneo Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Nearside

11.4%

Offside

8.1%

Nearside

6.5%

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85.8% pass rate

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87.8% pass rate

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Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Mercedes Benz Vaneo

Mercedes Benz Vaneo — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Mercedes Benz Vaneo MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Mercedes Benz Vaneo?

The average MOT pass rate for the Mercedes Benz Vaneo is 68.9% compared to the Mercedes Benz average of 90.2%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Mercedes Benz Vaneo?

The most common MOT failures on the Mercedes Benz Vaneo are: The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (6.1%), A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened (5.3%), Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded (5.1%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Mercedes Benz Vaneo reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 68.9%, the Mercedes Benz Vaneo is rated as "Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.

How do I check the MOT history of a Mercedes Benz Vaneo?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Mercedes Benz Vaneo?

Typical mileage for the Mercedes Benz Vaneo: 164,989 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Vaneo to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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