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PL54 PNJ

2004 Mercedes-benz Vito

Green Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

122,274 mi
Last recorded122,274 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2021
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito109,326 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL54 PNJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2021 122,274 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2021 121,953 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear subframe mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear subframe mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2020 109,682 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 103,371 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2019 103,366 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength out rigger and inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outrigger and inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Central Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2018 100,408 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2017 97,040 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 92,312 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 87,745 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2013 80,372 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 71,244 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 62,538 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 56,079 miles

Off side rear tyre wearing thin.

Pass 3 Nov 2009 49,967 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 42,840 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2007 33,748 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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PL54 PNJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito in Green with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 PL54 PNJ, 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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PL54 PNJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 11 November 2004.

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