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DF54 DCV

2004 Mercedes-benz Vito

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2024
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

218,496 mi
Last recorded218,496 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2023
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito109,326 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF54 DCV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2023 218,496 miles

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

Chassis/subframes corroded

Coil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Inner and outer sills corroded

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Underbody corroded

Pass 10 Nov 2022 203,526 miles

Central Inner sill crodded both sides

Front Inner Suspension rod damaged but not seriously weakened tie road both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear both sides arch covered in black tape

Fail 10 Nov 2022 203,526 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Central Inner sill crodded both sides

Front Inner Suspension rod damaged but not seriously weakened tie road both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear both sides arch covered in black tape

Pass 2 Nov 2021 176,047 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Nov 2020 171,035 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear outer sill covered heavily with sealant

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

rear bumper support covered heavily with sealant

underbody and suspension components has slight surface rust

Pass 5 Nov 2019 162,699 miles

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

full underneath of vehicle corroded

Pass 12 Nov 2018 157,411 miles

Nearside Rear Check nearside rear door latch.

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2017 247,059 miles

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

Offside Front inner sill corroded

rear exhaust rubber deteriorated

Fail 28 Oct 2017 246,767 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

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

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

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

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

Offside Front inner sill corroded

rear exhaust rubber deteriorated

Pass 5 Nov 2016 236,826 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 2 Nov 2016 236,690 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 6 Nov 2015 139,861 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2015 139,861 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Fail 1 Dec 2014 139,846 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Oct 2012 135,610 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 130,203 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Oct 2011 130,194 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Sep 2010 119,238 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2009 107,924 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2009 107,924 miles

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

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 3 Oct 2008 99,818 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 81,155 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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DF54 DCV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 DF54 DCV, 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 DF54 DCV registered?

DF54 DCV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 29 December 2004.

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