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SP54 LJC

2004 Mercedes-benz Vito

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2011
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

167,392 mi
Last recorded167,392 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2010
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito109,326 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP54 LJC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2010 167,392 miles

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

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 9 Nov 2010 16,725 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 5 Nov 2009 139,650 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 106,958 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2008 106,958 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2007 85,450 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2007 85,437 miles

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

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

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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SP54 LJC is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 SP54 LJC, 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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What year was SP54 LJC registered?

SP54 LJC is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 1 November 2004.

Is SP54 LJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP54 LJC shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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