MERCEDES VITO (1999)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 401 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
67%
Total Tests (2024)
401
Avg Mileage
118,559 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,597
Is the 1999 MERCEDES VITO reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 15 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the MERCEDES brand average of 87%.
At 25 years old, 67% of MERCEDES VITOs from 1999 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 401 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 118,559 miles.
How does the 1999 MERCEDES VITO compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 1999 MERCEDES VITO has 118,559 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 185,000 miles for a 25-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
Best year to buy a MERCEDES VITO?
The most reliable year is the 2022 model with a 91% MOT pass rate, while the 1997 model has the lowest at 66%. The 1999 sits between the two at 67%.
How much does a 1999 MERCEDES VITO cost to run?
Higher than average due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
MERCEDES VITO by Year
| Year | Pass Rate | Tests | Avg Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 100% | 30 | 8,898 mi |
| 2023 | 90% | 138 | 34,230 mi |
| 2022 | 91% | 501 | 59,717 mi |
| 2021 | 88% | 4,675 | 62,567 mi |
| 2020 | 85% | 5,461 | 69,552 mi |
| 2019 | 84% | 15,564 | 94,618 mi |
| 2018 | 85% | 11,705 | 105,200 mi |
| 2017 | 83% | 16,514 | 128,006 mi |
| 2016 | 81% | 12,065 | 130,835 mi |
| 2015 | 80% | 9,882 | 140,680 mi |
| 2014 | 79% | 9,119 | 154,008 mi |
| 2013 | 78% | 9,645 | 167,479 mi |
| 2012 | 77% | 8,730 | 168,448 mi |
| 2011 | 76% | 6,819 | 168,028 mi |
| 2010 | 76% | 8,085 | 177,934 mi |
| 2009 | 75% | 7,897 | 177,659 mi |
| 2008 | 74% | 8,480 | 172,432 mi |
| 2007 | 74% | 8,446 | 172,589 mi |
| 2006 | 73% | 7,080 | 171,206 mi |
| 2005 | 69% | 3,857 | 154,561 mi |
| 2004 | 68% | 1,698 | 143,135 mi |
| 2003 | 69% | 885 | 126,821 mi |
| 2002 | 67% | 740 | 136,829 mi |
| 2001 | 67% | 452 | 123,331 mi |
| 2000 | 70% | 253 | 116,943 mi |
| 1999 | 67% | 401 | 118,559 mi |
| 1998 | 66% | 494 | 110,818 mi |
| 1997 | 66% | 203 | 105,658 mi |
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About the 1999 MERCEDES VITO
The 1999 MERCEDES VITO is a performance with a 3724cc petrol engine. 401 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. It sits in the bottom 85% of 1999 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 118,559 miles at 25 years old, MERCEDES VITO owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
1999 MERCEDES VITO Fuel Costs
The 3724cc petrol engine is on the larger side, so fuel won't be this car's strong point. Expect around 30 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,592 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 1999 MERCEDES VITO?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,597 (£216/month), broken down as £1592 fuel, £250 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 67% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
MERCEDES VITO Reliability Trend
Newer MERCEDES VITOs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 13 percentage points.
Buying a Used 1999 MERCEDES VITO
At 25 years old, the MERCEDES VITO is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. If you're flexible on year, the 2022 model has the highest pass rate at 91%.
Alternatives to the 1999 MERCEDES VITO
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- PORSCHE 911 (1999) 87% pass rate (+20%) from 3,668 tests
- JAGUAR XK8 (1997) 81% pass rate (+14%) from 3,443 tests
- LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER (2001) 80% pass rate (+13%) from 2,198 tests
- JAGUAR XJ (1998) 77% pass rate (+10%) from 2,154 tests