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FD54 BYB

2004 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

143,840 mi
Last recorded143,840 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2019
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito109,326 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD54 BYB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2019 143,840 miles

Rear Handbrake low reading may require adjustment or repair

Pass 14 Nov 2018 142,896 miles

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Chassis and sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Hand brake low readings may require adjustment or repair

Pass 21 Sep 2017 141,351 miles

Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Inner Sills (6.1.B.2)

Rear hand brake low reading may require adjustment or repair

Rear hand brake low reading may require adjustment or repair

Pass 25 Aug 2016 137,233 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 128,277 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 118,697 miles

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

Offside Rear Front position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

bonnet release broken

Pass 25 Feb 2014 116,283 miles

exhaust tail pipe corroded

Pass 25 Feb 2013 112,370 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Feb 2012 104,095 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2011 87,018 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.2c)

Pass 24 Feb 2010 77,387 miles

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 23 Feb 2009 68,457 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2009 68,445 miles

Brake pedal creeps down while the pedal is held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

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

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Condition of n/s seatbelt. N/s/f tyre worn on edge.

Pass 23 Nov 2007 51,893 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2007 51,843 miles

Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

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

hand brake travel close to no reserve travel both rear wheel lock out ok

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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FD54 BYB is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 FD54 BYB, 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 FD54 BYB registered?

FD54 BYB is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 1 December 2004.

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