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DC53 KXD

2004 Mercedes-benz Vito

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2020
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

258,254 mi
Last recorded258,254 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2019
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito109,326 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC53 KXD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2019 258,254 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 251,720 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 245,389 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2016 237,600 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2016 237,600 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Pass 28 Jan 2015 231,552 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 226,232 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2013 221,167 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 29 Jan 2013 221,167 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2012 215,136 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 205,202 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2010 205,200 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 6 Aug 2009 196,292 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Aug 2009 196,292 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 169,716 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 12 Feb 2008 169,716 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 13 Feb 2007 131,912 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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DC53 KXD is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 DC53 KXD, 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 DC53 KXD registered?

DC53 KXD is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 18 February 2004.

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