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SB04 DPE

2004 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

164,714 mi
Last recorded164,714 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2014
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito109,326 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB04 DPE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2014 164,714 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

damage and corrosion around the vehicle

Pass 25 Mar 2013 154,959 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 143,234 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 14 Mar 2012 143,233 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

N/S/F + O/S/F ]Steering Arm Slight Play

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

Pass 3 Mar 2011 128,955 miles

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

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

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 25 Feb 2010 116,916 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2010 116,910 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Pass 3 Mar 2009 103,858 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 84,109 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 72,511 miles
Fail 11 May 2007 72,510 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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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SB04 DPE is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 SB04 DPE, 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 SB04 DPE registered?

SB04 DPE is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 21 May 2004.

Is SB04 DPE safe to buy?

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