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LX04 LLJ

2004 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2019
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

131,563 mi
Last recorded131,563 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2022
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito109,326 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX04 LLJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Fail 8 Sep 2022 131,563 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill/chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill corroded excessively (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill/chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Excessive corrosion to both inner and outer sills not within a prescribed area

Low performance from OS Parking brake

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Excessive corrosion inner wheel arch but not within a prescribed area

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

corrosion to both door shuts not within a prescribed area

Pass 18 May 2018 121,723 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

various areas of corrosion to underside

Fail 15 May 2018 121,645 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure inadequately repaired seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of towbar mounting valance (6.6.6)

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

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

various areas of corrosion to underside

Pass 5 Apr 2017 113,934 miles

various areas of corrosion to underside

Pass 27 Apr 2016 108,233 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 13 May 2015 100,786 miles

Nearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 13 May 2015 100,786 miles

Nearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 9 May 2014 87,010 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 7 May 2014 86,966 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 May 2013 79,136 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 72,083 miles
Fail 16 May 2012 72,083 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 May 2011 64,662 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 61,200 miles

no main beam light on dash ,

Fail 5 May 2010 61,200 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

no main beam light on dash ,

Pass 1 May 2009 57,076 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 49,224 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 37,368 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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LX04 LLJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 LX04 LLJ, 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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LX04 LLJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 15 June 2004.

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