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RJ54 VZC

2004 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2019
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

244,214 mi
Last recorded244,214 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2019
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito109,326 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ54 VZC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Fail 16 Dec 2019 244,214 miles

All direction indicators not working all front and rear lamps not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Hazard warning lamps inoperative all (4.4.1 (e))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam both front lamps not working (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam both front lamps not working (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury wheel arch jagged edges (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis to sidesill suspension mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sidesill area, outrigger chassis to sidesill and floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working all (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working all (3.4 (a))

Stop lamp(s) all missing no stop lamps working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sidesill to floor area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 219,230 miles

Central Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Tow-bar socket loose but secure

Fail 13 Mar 2018 219,225 miles

Power steering component(s) leaking Reservoir area (2.3.3b)

Central Body has slight corrosion Sills (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Inner Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Inner Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Towbar socket loose but secure

Pass 31 Mar 2017 209,211 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside cracked (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion central (6.1.A.1)

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 30 Mar 2017 209,207 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside cracked (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion central (6.1.A.1)

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 198,074 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 198,125 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 14 Oct 2014 198,125 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 7 Oct 2011 197,958 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 169,208 miles

front anti roll bar mounting rubbers worn just in limits

n/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

slight split in centre exhaust.

travel on parking brake just in limits

Pass 4 Sep 2009 147,106 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

front pads worn low and travel on handbrake

rear no plate worn and wheel arch covers fitted

Fail 4 Sep 2009 147,103 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 Sep 2008 127,237 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 102,487 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2007 102,055 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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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RJ54 VZC is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 RJ54 VZC, 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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RJ54 VZC is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 20 October 2004.

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