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DF04 XAB

2004 Mercedes-benz Vaneo

Silver Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

117,043 mi
Last recorded117,043 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2014
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Vaneo54,768 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF04 XAB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVaneo
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Fail 30 Sep 2014 117,043 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2012 99,626 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Mar 2012 83,403 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 55,214 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2011 55,214 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 25 Feb 2011 53,817 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 10 Feb 2010 39,002 miles

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

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

nearside rear brake slight bind

offside front tyre side wall slight damage

Fail 10 Feb 2010 39,002 miles

Nearside Rear passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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

nearside rear brake slight bind

offside front tyre side wall slight damage

Pass 18 Jul 2008 25,764 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 12,921 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Vaneo?

Based on 44,621 MOT tests across 2,732 vehicles.

68.8%
Pass Rate
5,295
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
2,732
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,156
Stop lamp not working 1,496
Registration plate lamp not working 1,256
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,156
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 943
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DF04 XAB is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vaneo in Silver with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz Vaneo models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 54,768 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Vaneo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,156 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DF04 XAB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Vaneo typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 22 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vaneo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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DF04 XAB is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vaneo, first registered on 14 July 2004.

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