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FV54 OVN

2004 Mercedes-benz Vito

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2024
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

114,001 mi
Last recorded114,001 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2024
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito109,326 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV54 OVN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Fail 3 Oct 2024 114,001 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner/outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.3.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner/outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner/outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner/outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

front to rear underbody/suspension components slightly corroded

Pass 30 Nov 2023 104,110 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 91,165 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nearside and offside headlamp units cloudy (4.1.4 (b))

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside wheel arch mounts (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal nearside and offside subframe mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside side loading door has corrosion but not excessive

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security wheel arch mounts (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside suspension arm mounts[marked with yellow chalk] (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear nearside and offside body sills corroded but not excessive where meets rear bumper

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive body sills[middle of vehicle]nearside and offside (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Nov 2022 91,165 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nearside and offside headlamp units cloudy (4.1.4 (b))

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside wheel arch mounts (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal nearside and offside subframe mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside side loading door has corrosion but not excessive

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security wheel arch mounts (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside suspension arm mounts[marked with yellow chalk] (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear nearside and offside body sills corroded but not excessive where meets rear bumper

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive body sills[middle of vehicle]nearside and offside (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 Nov 2021 85,209 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear lens cracked but no effect on emitted light

Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced NEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Nov 2021 85,209 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear lens cracked but no effect on emitted light

Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced NEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 15 Nov 2021 84,970 miles

Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced nearside and offside chassis legs where joined to body sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength nearside and offside body sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Side repeater incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected body sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective nearside and offside lens cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2020 78,573 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2019 77,420 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2019 77,418 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength underside of sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength underside of sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2018 76,499 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 74,438 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2016 72,873 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 69,290 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2015 69,289 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2014 65,563 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 61,501 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 55,725 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 51,101 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 43,856 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 36,544 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 30,700 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 23,671 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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FV54 OVN is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 FV54 OVN, 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 OVN registered?

FV54 OVN is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 8 December 2004.

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