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RY54 FKL

2004 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2015
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

165,469 mi
Last recorded165,469 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2014
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito109,326 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY54 FKL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2014 165,469 miles

fuel flap missing

n/s/f bumper has temporary repair

o/s mirror cover missing leaving rough edge

Fail 26 Nov 2014 165,469 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

fuel flap missing

n/s/f bumper has temporary repair

o/s mirror cover missing leaving rough edge

Pass 22 Nov 2013 146,374 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2013 146,374 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2012 131,790 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2012 131,790 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 19 Nov 2011 118,921 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2011 118,921 miles

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

Front registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Nov 2010 102,234 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 24 Nov 2010 102,234 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Fail 14 Nov 2009 87,094 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 Nov 2009 87,094 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 67,814 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 24 Nov 2007 50,999 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2007 50,999 miles

Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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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RY54 FKL 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 53.3%.

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 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 RY54 FKL, 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 RY54 FKL registered?

RY54 FKL is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 19 November 2004.

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