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SH54 WGU

2004 Mercedes-benz Vito

Yellow Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2015
Tests14 (7 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

136,846 mi
Last recorded136,846 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2014
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito109,326 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH54 WGU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

7 pass 7 fail
Fail 25 Jun 2014 136,846 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2014 136,846 miles

Nearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

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

Pass 6 Mar 2013 119,297 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2013 119,297 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 14 Jan 2013 119,296 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Nearside Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b) DANGEROUS

Offside Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 May 2012 111,771 miles
Fail 12 May 2012 111,771 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 10 May 2011 97,225 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 10 May 2011 97,225 miles
Fail 3 May 2010 81,573 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 3 May 2010 81,573 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2008 59,275 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2007 47,398 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2007 47,398 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (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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SH54 WGU is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito in Yellow with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 SH54 WGU, 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 SH54 WGU registered?

SH54 WGU is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 4 November 2004.

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