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AU54 HTV

2004 Mercedes-benz Vito

Maroon Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2021
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

159,997 mi
Last recorded159,997 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2020
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito109,326 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU54 HTV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2004
ColourMaroon
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2020 159,997 miles

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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 3 Oct 2019 151,964 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Oct 2019 151,963 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2018 137,655 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2018 137,655 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 134,899 miles

Nearside Front headlamp has condensation

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion wheel arch (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion wheel arch (6.1.B.2)

Pass 11 Oct 2016 134,599 miles

Condensation in nearside front headlight

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside centre sill corroded

Fail 8 Oct 2016 134,599 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Emissions not tested (7.4.B.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 10 Sep 2015 132,414 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 130,092 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 127,852 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

exhaust corroaded at joints

Pass 8 Jan 2013 126,483 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 125,292 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2012 125,276 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Dec 2010 122,768 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2010 122,768 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 17 Nov 2009 116,437 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 115,839 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2008 115,839 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Nov 2007 86,855 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Vito?

Based on 2,011,702 MOT tests across 164,434 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
9,235
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
164,434
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 49,564
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 46,783
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 43,234
Brake pipe excessively corroded 37,987
Stop lamp not working 33,048
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AU54 HTV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito in Maroon with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 109,326 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Vito fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 49,564 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU54 HTV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Vito typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 22 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vito is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AU54 HTV registered?

AU54 HTV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 16 December 2004.

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