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DF04 TZL

2004 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

91,001 mi
Last recorded91,001 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2017
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito109,326 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF04 TZL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2017 91,001 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

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

Fail 19 Sep 2017 91,001 miles

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

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

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2016 79,041 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 27 Jun 2015 76,205 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

Fail 27 Jun 2015 76,205 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2014 76,515 miles

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 74,203 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2013 74,203 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 9 Jun 2012 73,690 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 72,196 miles

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

Fail 4 Jun 2010 69,501 miles

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2010 69,501 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 65,361 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2009 65,361 miles

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

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Mar 2008 61,285 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 52,497 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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DF04 TZL is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 DF04 TZL, 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 DF04 TZL registered?

DF04 TZL is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 13 August 2004.

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The MOT history for DF04 TZL shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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