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BJ54 VXT

2004 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2019
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

230,773 mi
Last recorded230,773 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2018
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito109,326 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ54 VXT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2018 230,773 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Oct 2018 230,773 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced central chassis out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 25 Oct 2017 222,851 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion front and rear (6.1.B.2)

Fail 20 Oct 2017 222,850 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings center out outrigger (6.1.B.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion front and rear (6.1.B.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2016 216,537 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion center out rigger (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion out rigger (6.1.B.2)

Fail 29 Oct 2016 216,537 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion center out rigger (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion out rigger (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Nov 2015 204,780 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear exhaust slightly corroded

Pass 17 Oct 2014 196,521 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2014 196,521 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Oct 2013 187,320 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 179,007 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 168,097 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 127,901 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 78,888 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Fail 16 Oct 2009 78,815 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 18 Oct 2008 50,271 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2008 50,266 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 4 Oct 2007 28,058 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Oct 2007 28,058 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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BJ54 VXT is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BJ54 VXT, 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 BJ54 VXT registered?

BJ54 VXT is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 14 October 2004.

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