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FX54 WFG

2004 Mercedes-benz Vito

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

217,155 mi
Last recorded217,155 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2017
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito109,326 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX54 WFG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2017 217,155 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside steering rack gaiter twisted

Fail 23 Feb 2017 217,155 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) tie rod (2.2.A.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside steering rack gaiter twisted

Pass 7 Nov 2015 202,436 miles

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

Nearside Lower corrosion hole in mid outrigger

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion jacking point (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion jacking point (6.1.B.2)

Fail 7 Nov 2015 202,436 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Lower corrosion hole in mid outrigger

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion jacking point (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion jacking point (6.1.B.2)

Pass 14 Nov 2014 187,538 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 163,911 miles
Fail 11 May 2013 163,771 miles

Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 May 2012 151,709 miles
Fail 3 May 2012 151,709 miles

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

Fail 15 Nov 2010 130,628 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

advise off side wing mirror cover off

Pass 15 Nov 2010 130,628 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

advise off side wing mirror cover off

Pass 2 Nov 2009 112,323 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 95,963 miles

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

advise rear number plate

Pass 29 Oct 2007 71,381 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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FX54 WFG is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 FX54 WFG, 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 FX54 WFG registered?

FX54 WFG is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 15 November 2004.

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