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FV54 LSF

2004 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2020
Tests23 (14 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate60.9%

Mileage

198,798 mi
Last recorded198,798 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2020
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito109,326 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV54 LSF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 9 fail
Fail 12 Nov 2020 198,798 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both nearside and offside jacking points slightly corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill/lower wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Rear both nearside and offside wheel arches slightly corroded but not causing sharp edges

multiply points of slight corrosion

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 1 Nov 2019 121,390 miles

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 6 Nov 2018 118,190 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear both sides wheel arches slightly corroded but not causing sharp edges

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

multiply points of slight corrosion

Fail 1 Nov 2018 118,190 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced chassis body mount leg (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced chassis body mount leg (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear both sides wheel arches slightly corroded but not causing sharp edges

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

multiply points of slight corrosion

Pass 2 Nov 2017 112,687 miles

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 24 Nov 2016 107,095 miles

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 26 Nov 2015 99,959 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Fail 26 Nov 2015 99,959 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 6 Nov 2014 91,907 miles

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 7 Nov 2013 85,383 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Fail 7 Nov 2013 85,383 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (2.4.G.1)

Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 8 Nov 2012 78,480 miles

unable to fully inspect due to covers and sheilds

Fail 8 Nov 2012 78,480 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

unable to fully inspect due to covers and sheilds

Pass 17 Nov 2011 71,615 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2011 71,615 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 30 Nov 2010 66,432 miles

Different size rear springs fitted

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 30 Nov 2010 66,432 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Different size rear springs fitted

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 5 Nov 2009 61,072 miles

F/wipers slightly smearing

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

Fail 30 Oct 2009 61,072 miles

Indicator switch insecure (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

F/pads thin

F/wipers slightly smearing

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

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

S/tyre tread very low

Pass 14 Oct 2009 61,043 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2009 61,042 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 2 Mar 2009 58,644 miles

front wipers smeering

mirror cracked

Pass 20 Feb 2008 46,091 miles

font pads low

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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FV54 LSF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FV54 LSF, 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 FV54 LSF registered?

FV54 LSF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 1 December 2004.

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