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SM04 FOA

2004 Mercedes-benz Vito

Green Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

98,401 mi
Last recorded98,401 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2017
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito109,326 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM04 FOA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2017 98,401 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 96,721 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 93,701 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded various brake pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 90,830 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 89,517 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 88,026 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 82,078 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 74,372 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 64,768 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 51,675 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 37,865 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2007 37,684 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

offside rear driveshaft outer gaiter burst

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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SM04 FOA is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito in Green with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 SM04 FOA, 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

How do I check the history of SM04 FOA?

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What year was SM04 FOA registered?

SM04 FOA is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 1 April 2004.

Is SM04 FOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM04 FOA shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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