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DF53 VMM

2004 Mercedes-benz Vito

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

177,852 mi
Last recorded177,852 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2017
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito109,326 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF53 VMM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2017 177,852 miles

Propshaft universal joint worn ()

Fail 17 Feb 2017 177,852 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Propshaft universal joint worn ()

Pass 12 Feb 2016 168,185 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Feb 2016 168,185 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

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

Fail 12 Feb 2015 125,031 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

corrosion to both front lower inner wings under bonnet

os/f tyre wearing on inside edge

Pass 12 Feb 2015 125,031 miles

corrosion to both front lower inner wings under bonnet

os/f tyre wearing on inside edge

Pass 19 Feb 2014 119,040 miles

slight corrosion to l/h inner sill under vehicle rear crossmember and front inner wings

Fail 9 Feb 2014 119,040 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

slight corrosion to l/h inner sill under vehicle rear crossmember and front inner wings

Pass 21 Feb 2013 113,831 miles

os/f brake pipe corroded

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

corrosion near to rear jacking points

Pass 13 Feb 2012 108,516 miles

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

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

airbag warning light fault warning message and light

minor damage nearside light cluster

offside front brake pipe corroded

Pass 18 Feb 2011 102,896 miles

ns/r tyre worn

nsf brake hose close to anti roll bar link on full lock

Fail 17 Feb 2011 102,890 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 20 Feb 2010 97,125 miles

ns/f flexi brake hose close to anti roll bar link not rubbing at time of test

Pass 22 Jan 2009 88,548 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2008 80,085 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 66,738 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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DF53 VMM is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito in Silver 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 DF53 VMM, 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 DF53 VMM registered?

DF53 VMM is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 18 February 2004.

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