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EA53 BYY

2004 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

147,757 mi
Last recorded147,757 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2015
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito109,326 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA53 BYY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2015 147,757 miles

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)

Pass 16 May 2014 141,707 miles

brake pad warning light on

deep cuts n/s/r tyre recommend replacement

heavy engine oil leaks

o/s/r light unit damaged

sliding doors heavily corroded

steering rough in places

Pass 17 May 2013 131,819 miles

general under-body corrosion

Fail 15 May 2013 131,703 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

general under-body corrosion

Pass 1 Mar 2012 116,843 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2012 116,843 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 101,802 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2010 80,975 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 70,401 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2009 70,388 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2008 53,089 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2006 41,071 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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EA53 BYY is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 EA53 BYY, 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 EA53 BYY registered?

EA53 BYY is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 6 January 2004.

Is EA53 BYY safe to buy?

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