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LW53 AXC

2004 Mercedes-benz Vito

Cream Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

95,562 mi
Last recorded95,562 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2017
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito109,326 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLW53 AXC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2004
ColourCream
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2017 95,562 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s & o/s (3.6.B.4d)

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

front tyres abnormally worn

Pass 28 Jun 2016 89,494 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 85,921 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Jan 2014 78,372 miles

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

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 4 Jan 2014 78,372 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2014 78,345 miles

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

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Front brake discs serverly worn/lipped

N/S/F Tyres outer sidewall damaged

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

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

O/S/R Tyre perished/splitting in tread area

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2012 71,285 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 66,679 miles

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

Nearside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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

Oil leak

Fail 23 Nov 2011 66,679 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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

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

Oil leak

Fail 17 Nov 2011 66,653 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Steering rack deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Front Steering rack deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

advice gearbox fluid leak

Pass 9 Aug 2010 56,915 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 49,419 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2009 49,408 miles

Brake pedal creeps down while the pedal is held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Pass 5 Feb 2008 34,720 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Steering system lightly rubbing (2.2.D.2a)

Pass 2 Feb 2007 26,054 miles

DAMAGE TO N/S MIDDLE DOOR

PUT IN 1LTR OF OIL

SCRATCHES TO N/S/F BUMPER AND WING

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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LW53 AXC is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito in Cream with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LW53 AXC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LW53 AXC?

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What year was LW53 AXC registered?

LW53 AXC is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 6 February 2004.

Is LW53 AXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LW53 AXC shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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