MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
207,033 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Central Rear Inner Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both (7.1.1 (a) (i))
Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Both (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both (6.1.7 (g) (i))
Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Central Rear Inner Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both (7.1.1 (a) (i))
Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Both (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both (4.1.2 (c))
Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both (6.1.7 (g) (i))
Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
n/s/r light unit cracked
o/s/f drop link worn
Offside Rear Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)
Rear Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)
Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
Front Macpherson strut upper support bearing is rough in operation (2.5.B.1b)
Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Vito?
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PL04 LYP is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.
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 performed better than the average for its year.
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 PL04 LYP, 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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PL04 LYP is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 7 June 2004.
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