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FM04 LCJ

2004 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

209,293 mi
Last recorded209,293 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2017
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito109,326 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM04 LCJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2017 209,293 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 26 Aug 2016 206,034 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2016 206,034 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Aug 2015 196,343 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 20 May 2014 171,090 miles

Rear sliding doors secured in a closed position.

Pass 16 May 2013 173,790 miles
Fail 14 May 2013 173,790 miles

Nearside Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 22 May 2012 160,582 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 151,757 miles

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

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

all four tyres perished

both front brake hoses perished

Fail 16 Jun 2011 151,725 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

all four tyres perished

both front brake hoses perished

Fail 17 Jun 2010 140,599 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 17 Jun 2010 140,599 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2009 130,482 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 13 Jun 2009 130,482 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 112,818 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 87,394 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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FM04 LCJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc 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 FM04 LCJ, 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 FM04 LCJ registered?

FM04 LCJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 14 July 2004.

Is FM04 LCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM04 LCJ shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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