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EA54 RZJ

2004 Mercedes-benz Vaneo

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

113,544 mi
Last recorded113,544 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2016
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Vaneo54,768 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA54 RZJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVaneo
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2016 113,544 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 14 Apr 2015 105,722 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

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

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

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

at least 1 exhaust mounting is detattched from and not supporting the system.

at least 1 light source at the near side rear position lamp is inoperative.

exhaust shows evidence of corrosion.

near side front outer constant velocity joint gaiter shows grease contamination.

off and near side rear metal brake pipes show corrosion/pitting.

off side front headlamp dip beam image weak.

Pass 14 Apr 2015 105,722 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

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

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

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

at least 1 exhaust mounting is detattched from and not supporting the system.

at least 1 light source at the near side rear position lamp is inoperative.

exhaust shows evidence of corrosion.

near side front outer constant velocity joint gaiter shows grease contamination.

off and near side rear metal brake pipes show corrosion/pitting.

off side front headlamp dip beam image weak.

Pass 14 Apr 2014 99,679 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

brake pad wear warning light on.

nearside outer c.v gaiter shows grease contamination and a very small split.

nearside rear metal brake pipe corroded.

offside and nearside front brake discs lipped.

offside front outer brake pad appears low.

offside rear metal brake pipe corroded.

rear exhaust hanger broken but exhaust still supported.

Pass 19 Apr 2013 93,549 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 17 Apr 2013 93,549 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 86,678 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

centre silencer corroding

Fail 16 Apr 2012 86,678 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

centre silencer corroding

Pass 21 Apr 2011 79,061 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2011 78,895 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2010 70,625 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

o/s front coil touching inner wing

Pass 21 Apr 2009 65,209 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 11 Apr 2009 65,052 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 Apr 2008 53,267 miles

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

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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EA54 RZJ 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 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EA54 RZJ, 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 EA54 RZJ registered?

EA54 RZJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vaneo, first registered on 23 November 2004.

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