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OW04 BKD

2004 Mercedes-benz Vito

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

218,077 mi
Last recorded218,077 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2014
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito109,326 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW04 BKD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2014 218,077 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front suspension knocks but nom play visiable

fuel filler cap flap broken

genral bodywork corrosion

n/s outer cill corroded

n/s/f tyre has a cut in outer wall

n/s/r sliding door damaged

n/s/r wheel arch corroded

o/s outer cill corroded

o/s/f door mirror glass cracked

o/s/f tyre has a nail in it

o/s/r wheel arch corroded

rear tailgate severly corroded

Fail 25 Jul 2014 218,077 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is broken (3.1.5)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

esp light is displayed

front suspension knocks but nom play visiable

fuel filler cap flap broken

genral bodywork corrosion

n/s outer cill corroded

n/s/f tyre has a cut in outer wall

n/s/r sliding door damaged

n/s/r wheel arch corroded

o/s outer cill corroded

o/s/f tyre has a nail in it

o/s/r wheel arch corroded

rear tailgate severly corroded

Pass 5 Jul 2013 206,703 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

corrosion in o/s outer cill

rear brake discs very poor condition

slight body damage to n/s

Pass 27 Jul 2012 190,358 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2012 190,357 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2011 160,512 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 130,880 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2010 130,870 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 11 Jun 2009 102,442 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 77,852 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 56,077 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2007 56,077 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

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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OW04 BKD is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 OW04 BKD, 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 OW04 BKD registered?

OW04 BKD is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 13 August 2004.

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