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FA04 RKY

2004 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

173,595 mi
Last recorded173,595 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2015
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito109,326 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA04 RKY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2015 173,595 miles

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

general underside corrosion

Pass 15 Oct 2014 168,262 miles

Minor Underbody Corrosion

Pass 2 Aug 2013 160,127 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 154,208 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

exhaust tail pipe rotten and rubber split

Fail 13 Jul 2012 154,208 miles

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

Parking brake lever missing (3.1.3a)

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

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

exhaust tail pipe rotten and rubber split

Fail 20 Jul 2011 144,097 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Jul 2011 144,097 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Jun 2010 131,155 miles

front brake discs slighly worn

Pass 17 Jun 2009 109,160 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 60,094 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 RKY is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RKY, 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 FA04 RKY registered?

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

Is FA04 RKY safe to buy?

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