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BK70 ESV

2020 Mercedes-benz V

Black Diesel 1950cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

53,514 mi
Last recorded53,514 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2020 Mercedes-benz V45,101 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK70 ESV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelV
Year2020
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,950cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 53,514 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 28 May 2026 53,513 miles

Nearside Rear Passenger's seat insecure most (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2025 45,290 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Aug 2025 45,290 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 245/45/r19 yxl (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Aug 2024 37,265 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2024 37,265 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 31 Aug 2023 26,952 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz V?

Based on 145,330 MOT tests across 14,984 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
9,290
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
14,984
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,393
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,912
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,745
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,724
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 1,893
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BK70 ESV is a 2020 Mercedes-benz V in Black with a 1,950cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2020 Mercedes-benz V models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 45,101 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz V fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 4,393 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BK70 ESV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz V typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 6 years old, this Mercedes-benz V is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BK70 ESV registered?

BK70 ESV is a 2020 Mercedes-benz V, first registered on 9 September 2020.

Is BK70 ESV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK70 ESV shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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