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LX54 WFM

2004 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2024
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

182,794 mi
Last recorded182,794 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2023
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito109,326 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX54 WFM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2023 182,794 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 7 Dec 2023 182,794 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Apr 2021 181,098 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

viscous fan coupling breaking up

Fail 20 Apr 2021 181,082 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer 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 Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill box section marked with yellow chalk (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

viscous fan coupling breaking up

Pass 7 Jun 2019 179,053 miles

Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2017 170,684 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2016 166,729 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 158,945 miles

centre brake light not working

centre exhaust internal rattle

eml + coil warning light on

nearside mirror glass damage

nearside rear coil spring showing signs of fracturing on extreme lower end

offside front outer brake pads worn thin compared to nearside front outer

offside front tyre outer wall cut

rear registration plate deteriorating

Fail 15 Jul 2015 158,945 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

centre brake light not working

centre exhaust internal rattle

eml + coil warning light on

nearside mirror glass damage

nearside rear coil spring showing signs of fracturing on extreme lower end

offside front outer brake pads worn thin compared to nearside front outer

offside front tyre outer wall cut

rear registration plate deteriorating

Pass 30 Jun 2014 145,884 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

centrel light not working

verios body demaged

Fail 27 Jun 2014 145,884 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

centrel light not working

verios body demaged

Pass 25 Jun 2013 132,091 miles

rear exhaust pipe corroded

rear number plate deteriorating

both rear indicators slightly discoloured

diesel filler flap insecure

offside rear tyre wearing low 205/65R16C

traces of coolant leaking evident, reservoir low and warning light appearing on dash panel - topped up with water

Fail 24 Jun 2013 132,085 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both rear indicators slightly discoloured

diesel filler flap insecure

offside rear tyre wearing low 205/65R16C

rear exhaust pipe corroded

rear number plate deteriorating

traces of coolant leaking evident, reservoir low and warning light appearing on dash panel - topped up with water

Pass 25 Jun 2012 116,107 miles

brake pedal creeping low

nearside rear coil spring broken lower end

rear reg plate deteriorating

Fail 23 Jun 2012 116,091 miles

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

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

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

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

rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

brake pedal creeping low

nearside rear coil spring broken lower end

rear reg plate deteriorating

Pass 16 Jun 2011 173,063 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 98,340 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2010 98,340 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Fail 15 Jun 2009 92,253 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Jun 2009 92,253 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 17 Jun 2008 79,039 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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LX54 WFM is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 LX54 WFM, 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 LX54 WFM registered?

LX54 WFM is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 1 October 2004.

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