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GL54 FYU

2004 Mercedes-benz Vito

Green Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2017
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

94,111 mi
Last recorded94,111 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2016
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito109,326 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL54 FYU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2016 94,111 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

nearside and offside under body corroded

Fail 24 Jun 2016 94,111 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

nearside and offside under body corroded

Pass 26 Jun 2015 85,296 miles

brake pedal slightly spongy

differential leaking oil

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

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

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

body work damaged but no sharp edges

bonnet release lever broken

front antiroll bar D bushes slight play

front steering rack gaitors twisted but no holes

hole caused by corrosion offside outriger not in prescribed area

underside corroded including sills, rear arch and drivers door

Fail 25 Jun 2015 85,296 miles

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

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

body work damaged but no sharp edges

bonnet release lever broken

brake pedal slightly spongy

differential leaking oil

front antiroll bar D bushes slight play

front steering rack gaitors twisted but no holes

hole caused by corrosion offside outriger not in prescribed area

underside corroded including sills, rear arch and drivers door

Fail 3 Apr 2014 64,181 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Apr 2014 64,181 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 59,562 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 55,605 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2012 55,605 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Mar 2011 50,872 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2011 50,872 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2010 45,458 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2010 45,458 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Feb 2009 40,016 miles

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

Fail 9 Jan 2008 32,756 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2008 32,756 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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GL54 FYU is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito in Green with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 GL54 FYU, 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 GL54 FYU registered?

GL54 FYU is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 13 December 2004.

Is GL54 FYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL54 FYU shows 16 tests with a 56.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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