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FD04 FLV

2004 Mercedes-benz Vito

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

310,426 mi
Last recorded310,426 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito109,326 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD04 FLV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2025 310,426 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2024 310,362 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Jul 2024 310,345 miles

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive BOTH REAR CHASSIS OUTRIGGERS AND SILLS CORRODED (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2023 308,261 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2023 308,253 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outrigger (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2022 305,165 miles

all 4 tyres worn close to limit

small corrosion in outrigers

Pass 9 Jul 2021 298,322 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2021 298,258 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength underneath jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength underneath jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 15 Jun 2021 298,169 miles

Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users Fuel leak from pipe joint (lines into fuel tank) (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Corrosion to vehicle under body in various areas

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Parking brake travel high

Pass 4 Jun 2020 283,317 miles

slight play in n/s track rod end

Pass 3 Jun 2019 260,334 miles
Fail 31 May 2019 260,324 miles

Rear Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Jun 2018 228,023 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 205,318 miles

corrosion on front outriggers and rear sills

n/s seat belt buckle broken but working correctly

nail in n/s rear tyre

Pass 19 May 2016 188,712 miles

nearside front seat belt release mechanism casing missing

Fail 13 May 2016 188,393 miles

Centre Upper Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (out-rigger) (5.2.6)

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

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

nearside front seat belt release mechanism casing missing

Pass 11 May 2015 177,019 miles

rear brake pads getting low

general condition of vehicle underbody has corrosion

nearside front seat belt release mechanism outer casing deteriorated

nearside rear brake pipe corroding

Pass 16 May 2014 165,924 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 156,427 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2012 146,752 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 130,809 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 113,445 miles

nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 10 Jun 2009 97,519 miles

n/s seat belt buckle plastic cover missing.

Pass 8 Jul 2008 72,057 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2007 55,344 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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FD04 FLV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 FD04 FLV, 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 FD04 FLV registered?

FD04 FLV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 4 June 2004.

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The MOT history for FD04 FLV shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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