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DF53 YXD

2004 Mercedes-benz Vito

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

149,053 mi
Last recorded149,053 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2017
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito109,326 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF53 YXD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2017 149,053 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2016 135,744 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Fail 23 Mar 2016 135,744 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage wheel arch (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded out-rigger (5.2.6)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded out-rigger (5.2.6)

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 21 Mar 2015 102,419 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2015 102,419 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Pass 10 Mar 2014 86,498 miles

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

Fail 5 Mar 2014 86,498 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2013 76,593 miles

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

Fail 15 Mar 2013 76,593 miles

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

Front Parking brake lever is located so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated from the driver's seat (3.1.3c)

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2012 63,001 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2012 63,001 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2011 56,284 miles

Offside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

offside door mirror damaged

Pass 15 Mar 2010

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2009 44,133 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Jan 2008 37,650 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2007 29,220 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2007 29,216 miles

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

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 YXD 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 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YXD, 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 YXD registered?

DF53 YXD is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 20 January 2004.

Is DF53 YXD safe to buy?

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