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DG54 SXU

2004 Mercedes-benz Vito

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

101,885 mi
Last recorded101,885 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2015
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito109,326 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG54 SXU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2015 101,885 miles

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit front x 2 (4.1.E.1)

oil leak

slight smoke coming from exhaust

Fail 27 Oct 2015 101,884 miles

Exhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit front x 2 (4.1.E.1)

oil leak

Pass 27 Oct 2015 101,884 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 98,716 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Fail 21 Oct 2014 98,714 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

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

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Pass 22 Oct 2013 90,932 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2013 90,925 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Sep 2012 81,125 miles

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

brake pad warning lamp on

Pass 5 Jan 2011 69,024 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 61,586 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2008 51,403 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2008 51,403 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 36,750 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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DG54 SXU is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 DG54 SXU, 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 DG54 SXU registered?

DG54 SXU is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 13 December 2004.

Is DG54 SXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG54 SXU shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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