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CN04 UTV

2004 Mercedes-benz Vario

White Diesel 4250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

231,852 mi
Last recorded231,852 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Vario132,380 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN04 UTV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVario
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,250cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 231,852 miles
Fail 19 May 2026 231,852 miles

Emissions unable to be completed exhaust blowing (8.2.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Mar 2025 231,500 miles

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 19 Mar 2025 231,500 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded from flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded on axle (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2024 230,471 miles

Offside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Nov 2023 230,276 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded both chalked (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Dec 2022 229,913 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2021 227,486 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 224,474 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 220,440 miles

all tyres fitted have an incorrect load rating for chassis plate

Pass 22 Sep 2017 220,361 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 214,825 miles

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

both rear sills corroded

Fail 8 Aug 2016 214,824 miles

Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

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

both rear sills corroded

Pass 17 Aug 2015 114,541 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Underside body corroding

Pass 16 Aug 2014 195,400 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Aug 2013 173,932 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 23 Aug 2012 157,509 miles

possible fuel leak

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Vario?

Based on 6,027 MOT tests across 549 vehicles.

76.2%
Pass Rate
14,839
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
549
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 86
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 69
Registration plate lamp not working 65
position lamp(s) not working 50
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm 49
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CN04 UTV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vario in White with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz Vario models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 132,380 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 Vario fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CN04 UTV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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CN04 UTV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vario, first registered on 12 July 2004.

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