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MM53 EFD

2004 Mercedes-benz Vito

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2022
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

173,068 mi
Last recorded173,068 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2021
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito109,326 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM53 EFD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2021 173,068 miles

Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all covered by underseal both side (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Mar 2021 173,065 miles

Central Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting back (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 22 Feb 2021 173,048 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced front both (4.1.4 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam o/s front (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) not working rear both side (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced n/s front and o/s front and n/s rear and o/s rear (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear all (1.1.11 (c))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced middle n/s and o/s middle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s front and o/s rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2020 161,261 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2020 161,261 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) of different size tyres are fitted on twin wheels (5.2.3 (b))

Pass 14 Jul 2018 160,838 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2017 144,582 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight displacement of the body relative to the chassis (6.1.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Jul 2016 127,116 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 119,205 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 109,348 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 20 May 2014 109,348 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 31 Jan 2013 100,097 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2013 100,082 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 14 Feb 2012 94,048 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 87,008 miles

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

Fail 23 Feb 2011 87,008 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 22 Feb 2010 80,044 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 20 Feb 2009 71,589 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2009 71,589 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2008 59,360 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 48,214 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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MM53 EFD is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 MM53 EFD, 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 MM53 EFD registered?

MM53 EFD is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 18 February 2004.

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