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EA04 HGZ

2004 Mercedes-benz Vaneo

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

84,310 mi
Last recorded84,310 miles
Recorded on9 May 2018
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Vaneo54,768 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA04 HGZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVaneo
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 May 2018 84,310 miles
Fail 9 May 2018 84,310 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 May 2017 74,048 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 68,158 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)

hand brake travel /short

o/s/front wheel arch corroding

o/s/rear wheel arch corroding

Pass 7 May 2015 65,903 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

o/s front wheel arch corroding

Fail 7 May 2015 65,903 miles

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

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

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

o/s front wheel arch corroding

Pass 8 May 2014 61,362 miles

four seat fitted only+ driver

slight corrosion to rear brake discs

Pass 8 May 2013 54,541 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front brake discs wearing thin

Pass 9 May 2012 50,451 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

front brake discs wearing thin

Pass 6 May 2011 46,425 miles

front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 10 May 2010 42,086 miles

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

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

Pass 8 May 2009 37,494 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 32,317 miles

all brake discs corroded

Pass 25 Apr 2007 28,146 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Vaneo?

Based on 44,621 MOT tests across 2,732 vehicles.

68.8%
Pass Rate
5,295
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
2,732
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,156
Stop lamp not working 1,496
Registration plate lamp not working 1,256
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,156
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 943
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EA04 HGZ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vaneo in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz Vaneo models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 54,768 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Vaneo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,156 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EA04 HGZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Vaneo typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 22 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vaneo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was EA04 HGZ registered?

EA04 HGZ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vaneo, first registered on 23 April 2004.

Is EA04 HGZ safe to buy?

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