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RY54 ULB

2004 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

154,889 mi
Last recorded154,889 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2023
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito109,326 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2023 154,889 miles

Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both sides. (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 5 Dec 2023 154,889 miles

Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both sides. (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Dec 2022 148,656 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2022 144,180 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

heavy underside corrosion

Pass 26 Apr 2021 135,470 miles

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

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

patches of heavy underside corrosion

Pass 25 Apr 2019 118,715 miles

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

patches of heavy corrosion

Fail 25 Apr 2019 118,715 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

patches of heavy corrosion

Pass 16 Nov 2017 106,844 miles

Front brake pipes are slightly corroded

Rear brake pipes are slightly corroded

Underbody corrosion

Pass 14 Nov 2016 96,646 miles

some corrosion to both sills

Pass 11 Jan 2016 88,952 miles

both rear discs worn

Pass 14 Jan 2015 80,850 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 70,573 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 63,663 miles

advise hand brake travel

Pass 19 Dec 2011 56,585 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 49,898 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 42,155 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 33,839 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2008 33,839 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Dec 2007 23,606 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2007 23,606 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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 ULB is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RY54 ULB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RY54 ULB registered?

RY54 ULB is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 17 December 2004.

Is RY54 ULB safe to buy?

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