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CV53 MKL

2004 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

169,719 mi
Last recorded169,719 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2014
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito109,326 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV53 MKL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2014 169,719 miles

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Fail 17 Feb 2014 169,719 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Pass 25 Jan 2013 160,484 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 1 Feb 2012 152,592 miles

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

Fail 31 Jan 2012 152,592 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 31 Jan 2011 136,500 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2010 121,579 miles

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

Propshaft component defective

Fail 28 Jan 2010 121,578 miles

Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

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

Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

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

Propshaft component defective

Fail 31 Jan 2009 109,256 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 31 Jan 2009 109,256 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2007 98,549 miles

offside steering rack gaitor twisted slightly

Pass 21 Dec 2006 78,884 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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CV53 MKL is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 CV53 MKL, 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 CV53 MKL registered?

CV53 MKL is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 6 January 2004.

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