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SH54 WGZ

2004 Mercedes-benz Vito

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

286,119 mi
Last recorded286,119 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2019
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito109,326 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH54 WGZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Fail 16 Jan 2019 286,119 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Central Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Central Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Central Rear Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced chassis cross member (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam insecure (4.1.3 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced jack point (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced jack point (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Exhaust system insecure tailpipe (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn differential mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps x 2 (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Central Front Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Electrical wiring for braking components extremely deteriorated pad wear sensor (4.11 (b) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2018 278,346 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2017 256,561 miles

Front Propshaft universal joint worn ()

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outersill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outersill (2.4.A.3)

Rear Propshaft universal joint worn ()

under chassis general corrosion

Pass 5 Jan 2016 229,985 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive centre chassis (5.2.6)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outersill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone (2.4.G.2)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outersill (2.4.A.3)

Rear propshaft uj slight play

underchassis general corrosion

Fail 7 Jan 2015 197,277 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Pass 7 Jan 2015 197,277 miles

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Pass 31 Dec 2013 166,783 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 20 Dec 2013 166,783 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 5 Jan 2013 151,618 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2011 134,621 miles

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

rear exhaust section showing deterioration

Pass 13 Dec 2010 117,968 miles

nearside rear tyre has limited life

Pass 23 Dec 2009 99,354 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2008 81,757 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 56,206 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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SH54 WGZ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 SH54 WGZ, 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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SH54 WGZ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 13 December 2004.

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