MERCEDES VITO (2024)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 30 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
100%
Total Tests (2024)
30
Avg Mileage
8,898 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,482
Is the 2024 MERCEDES VITO reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 18 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the MERCEDES brand average of 87%.
At 0 years old, 100% of MERCEDES VITOs from 2024 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 30 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 8,898 miles.
How does the 2024 MERCEDES VITO compare?
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 2024 sits between the two at 100%.
How much does a 2024 MERCEDES VITO cost to run?
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 2024 MERCEDES VITO
The 2024 MERCEDES VITO is a family car with a 1950cc diesel engine. 30 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. Among all cars from 2024, the average MOT pass rate is 98%, and this model beats that benchmark.
2024 MERCEDES VITO Fuel Costs
The 1950cc diesel engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 48 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,037 per year at current diesel prices of 148p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2024 MERCEDES VITO?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,482 (£124/month), broken down as £1037 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 100% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
MERCEDES VITO Reliability Trend
Newer MERCEDES VITOs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 13 percentage points.
Alternatives to the 2024 MERCEDES VITO
The MERCEDES VITO is actually the most reliable option among similar diesel family cars from this era. Here are comparable diesel cars with similar engines:
- BMW 118 (2022) 97% pass rate (-3%) from 1,535 tests
- FORD RANGER (2022) 91% pass rate (-9%) from 967 tests
- FORD TRANSIT 350 LEADER MHEV (2023) 90% pass rate (-10%) from 493 tests
- FORD TRANSIT CUSTOM 300LIMITD EBLUE (2022) 84% pass rate (-16%) from 493 tests