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BK04 EWJ

2004 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2021
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

166,843 mi
Last recorded166,843 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2020
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito109,326 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK04 EWJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2020 166,843 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Jul 2019 160,386 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2019 160,386 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced main beam (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jun 2018 139,404 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2018 139,344 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 235,373 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2017 233,778 miles

under-body sealant applied

Fail 11 Feb 2017 233,778 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

under-body sealant applied

Pass 10 Feb 2016 229,250 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop link upper boot (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion inner sill area (6.1.B.2)

Pass 23 Feb 2015 213,334 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 20 Feb 2015 213,088 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

offside front shock absorber worn

Pass 15 Feb 2014 196,955 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Feb 2013 181,569 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2013 181,854 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Feb 2012 162,377 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 145,739 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 124,032 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Fail 1 Mar 2010 124,032 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Feb 2009 107,593 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 89,422 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 70,855 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2007 69,729 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Pass 28 Feb 2006 46,696 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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BK04 EWJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 BK04 EWJ, 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 BK04 EWJ registered?

BK04 EWJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 5 March 2004.

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