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FD53 TRV

2004 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

174,047 mi
Last recorded174,047 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2017
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito109,326 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD53 TRV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2017 174,047 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 16 Feb 2017 174,047 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Feb 2016 153,676 miles

OIL LEAK

Pass 18 Feb 2015 140,354 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 129,326 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 122,276 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2013 122,276 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 116,846 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 11 Apr 2011 111,464 miles

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

Fail 11 Apr 2011 111,464 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2010 103,182 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

nearside rear tyre has a cut deep enough to reach the cords but not in excess of the requirements

offside door mirror slightly damaged but not affecting view to the rear

offside rear tyre has a cut deep enough to reach the cords but not in excess of the requirements

Pass 9 Feb 2009 94,275 miles

Nearside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 9 Feb 2009 94,275 miles

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

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

Nearside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 8 Jan 2008 77,417 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2008 77,417 miles

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

Brake master cylinder fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Jan 2007 55,449 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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FD53 TRV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 FD53 TRV, 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 FD53 TRV registered?

FD53 TRV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 2 January 2004.

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