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FG04 HSK

2004 Mercedes-benz Vito

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

269,072 mi
Last recorded269,072 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2015
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito109,326 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG04 HSK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2015 269,072 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 2 Apr 2014 259,635 miles

warning light on dash

Fail 2 Apr 2014 259,634 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

warning light on dash

Pass 17 Jun 2013 254,296 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2012 249,043 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 239,445 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 232,518 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 24 Mar 2010 212,091 miles

Nearside Rear reflector obscured but not more than 50% (1.5.1b)

Fail 24 Mar 2010 212,090 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear reflector obscured but not more than 50% (1.5.1b)

Pass 11 Mar 2009 170,080 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 19 Mar 2008 134,189 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 106,065 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2007 106,065 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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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FG04 HSK is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 FG04 HSK, 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 FG04 HSK registered?

FG04 HSK is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 30 March 2004.

Is FG04 HSK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG04 HSK shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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