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GK53 DLN

2004 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

172,382 mi
Last recorded172,382 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2017
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito109,326 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK53 DLN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2017 172,382 miles

some corrosion to both outer sills

Pass 14 May 2016 162,356 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Pass 18 May 2015 151,998 miles

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

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

brake pad warning light on

Pass 20 May 2014 140,929 miles

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

Fail 9 May 2014 140,928 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 7 May 2013 132,786 miles

Brake pipe repaired, but not inappropriately (3.6.A.3)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

bonnet release handle broken

Fail 2 May 2013 132,780 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Brake pipe repaired, but not inappropriately (3.6.A.3)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

bonnet release handle broken

Pass 17 Jan 2012 128,642 miles

O/S/F + N/S/F Rear coil springs missing extreme ends

Fail 16 Jan 2012 128,642 miles

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

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

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

O/S/F + N/S/F Rear coil springs missing extreme ends

Pass 15 Nov 2010 124,743 miles

Both rear brake discs corroded

Corrosion to all brake pipes borderline in places

Wear to both front brake discs, borderline

Oil leak

Pass 20 Nov 2009 120,979 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 119,327 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2009 119,327 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 5 Feb 2008 94,183 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2008 94,183 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2007 69,010 miles

offside rear shocker dramp

Fail 1 Feb 2007 69,010 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

offside rear shocker dramp

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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GK53 DLN is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 GK53 DLN, 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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GK53 DLN is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 12 January 2004.

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