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FX04 XAT

2004 Mercedes-benz Vaneo

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

86,017 mi
Last recorded86,017 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2015
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Vaneo54,768 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX04 XAT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVaneo
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2015 86,017 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 25 Nov 2014 82,729 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 25 Nov 2014 82,729 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Nov 2013 78,689 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Nov 2012 73,687 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 27 Nov 2012 73,687 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Nov 2011 67,034 miles

N/S/R BRAKE SLIGHTLY BINDING

SLIGHT BUCKLE IN O/S/R WHEEL

Fail 27 Oct 2011 67,034 miles

Offside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

N/S/R BRAKE SLIGHTLY BINDING

SLIGHT BUCKLE IN O/S/R WHEEL

Pass 22 Nov 2010 63,043 miles

O/S/R BRAKE PIPE STARTING TO CORRODE

REAR PADS LOW

SLIGHT BUCKLE IN O/S/R WHEEL

SLIGHT FRAY IN O/S/R SEAT BELT

Pass 23 Nov 2009 59,639 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2009 59,639 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Dec 2008 56,588 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2007 50,167 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2007 50,167 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Vaneo?

Based on 44,621 MOT tests across 2,732 vehicles.

68.8%
Pass Rate
5,295
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
2,732
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,156
Stop lamp not working 1,496
Registration plate lamp not working 1,256
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,156
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 943
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FX04 XAT is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vaneo in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz Vaneo models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 54,768 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 Vaneo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,156 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FX04 XAT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Vaneo typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 22 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vaneo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FX04 XAT registered?

FX04 XAT is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vaneo, first registered on 21 July 2004.

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