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CP53 VGV

2004 Mercedes-benz Vito

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

106,257 mi
Last recorded106,257 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2017
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito109,326 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP53 VGV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2017 106,257 miles

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

body corroded

both headlights faded

Pass 7 Jan 2016 99,489 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2016 99,488 miles

Rear fog lamp not working o/s/r (1.3.2b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault srs light on (5.4.2)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded n/s/r inner sill area (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded o/s/r inner sill area (2.4.A.3)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam BOTH front dip beams not working (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Jan 2015 93,121 miles

front discs slighlt worn

Fail 23 Dec 2014 93,089 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

front discs slighlt worn

Pass 5 Sep 2013 86,155 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Aug 2013 89,140 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2012 79,901 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 30 Jan 2012 79,901 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Nov 2010 65,338 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2009 37,372 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 34,826 miles

n/s rear tyre worn on outer edge

Fail 10 Feb 2009 34,826 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

n/s rear tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 14 Jan 2008 29,435 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 23,577 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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CP53 VGV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 CP53 VGV, 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 CP53 VGV registered?

CP53 VGV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 20 January 2004.

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