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PX53 VKG

2004 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito109,326 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX53 VKG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2021

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

N/S/R and O/S/R wheel arches have trim missing, possible sharp edges but covered in tape.

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Offside Sliding door corroded in corner.

Fail 26 Apr 2021

Nearside Rear Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury Wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected White light showing (4.5.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))

Front Fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety Engine water leak (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Charge lamp on.

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

N/S/R and O/S/R wheel arches have trim missing, possible sharp edges but covered in tape.

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Offside Sliding door corroded in corner.

Pass 24 Apr 2020 164,135 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting rear crossmember (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2019 159,341 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 153,531 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 147,602 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 140,351 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 136,315 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 132,745 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 129,250 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2011 124,302 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 120,150 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

starting to emit smoke on acceleration

Fail 29 Nov 2010 120,150 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

starting to emit smoke on acceleration

Pass 22 Jan 2010 110,980 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2010 110,980 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 14 Jan 2009 99,300 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 78,464 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 67,259 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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PX53 VKG is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 PX53 VKG, 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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PX53 VKG is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 16 January 2004.

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