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DF04 YGU

2004 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

127,045 mi
Last recorded127,045 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2018
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito109,326 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2018 127,045 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides. (1.1.11 (c))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Mirror damaged.

Nearside Rear Light unit damaged.

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wing mirror damaged.

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides. (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2017 117,990 miles

Both inner and outer sills corroded

Both rear wheel arch corroded

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

Oil leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Track rod end ball joint has slight play Both front (2.2.B.1f)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

coil spring corroded Both front (2.4.C.1b)

coil spring corroded Both rear (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 7 Dec 2016 102,715 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Aug 2015 80,297 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 71,664 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Aug 2013 64,231 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 60,010 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 43,498 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2011 53,497 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2010 46,742 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 39,708 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 30,979 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 YGU 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 91.7%.

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 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 YGU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DF04 YGU registered?

DF04 YGU is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 29 July 2004.

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The MOT history for DF04 YGU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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