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FA04 BFV

2004 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

187,260 mi
Last recorded187,260 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2015
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito109,326 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA04 BFV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2015 187,260 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 3 Jul 2014 176,425 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2013 164,048 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 148,282 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2012 148,281 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 14 Jun 2011 128,408 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 128,408 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 111,270 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2010 111,266 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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)

Pass 23 Jun 2009 88,316 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 65,331 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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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FA04 BFV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 FA04 BFV, 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 FA04 BFV registered?

FA04 BFV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 14 July 2004.

Is FA04 BFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA04 BFV shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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