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RY04 PJJ

2004 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2013
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

215,374 mi
Last recorded215,374 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2013
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito109,326 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY04 PJJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Fail 11 Nov 2013 215,374 miles

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

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

chip in windscreen

nsf tyre perished on sidewall

Pass 25 Jun 2012 207,048 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 23 Jun 2012

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 192,536 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2010 164,067 miles

o/s front tyre worn excessively on inner edge

Fail 21 Jun 2010 164,067 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

o/s front tyre worn excessively on inner edge

Pass 23 Jun 2009 136,737 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2009 136,737 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Jun 2008 106,900 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 80,024 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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RY04 PJJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 RY04 PJJ, 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 RY04 PJJ registered?

RY04 PJJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 24 June 2004.

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