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DG04 ZUA

2004 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2019
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

180,289 mi
Last recorded180,289 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2019
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito109,326 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG04 ZUA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Fail 24 Apr 2019 180,289 miles

Central Rear Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced CROSS MEMBER (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced CENTER SILL OUT RIGER (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded LEAKING (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle LOW EFFORT (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick ALSO BINDING (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering REAR FRONT SUB FRAME MOUNT (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering FRONT S/FRAME MOUNT (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced GENERAL AREA SPRING MOUNTS (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 175,373 miles

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

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

chassis corroded

Fail 16 Apr 2018 175,373 miles

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

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

Offside Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

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

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

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

chassis corroded

Pass 19 Apr 2017 170,743 miles

os inner sill corroded

rear valance corroded

Pass 24 Mar 2016 164,906 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 159,870 miles

Both steering tie rods have play

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

N/S/R arch corroding

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

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

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 12 Mar 2014 155,359 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

oil leak

Fail 10 Mar 2014 155,359 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

oil leak

Pass 5 Mar 2013 150,444 miles

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)

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

front side windows tinted

Fail 25 Feb 2013 150,301 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

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)

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

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

front side windows tinted

Pass 29 Feb 2012 144,987 miles

nearside front metal brake pipes starting to corrode

Pass 4 Mar 2011 133,933 miles

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

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

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Oil leak

Fail 26 Feb 2011 133,927 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Oil leak

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Apr 2010 128,036 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 181,847 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2009 181,847 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2008 141,123 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2007 107,518 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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DG04 ZUA is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 DG04 ZUA, 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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DG04 ZUA is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 2 April 2004.

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