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VA04 FRC

2004 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2019
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

142,016 mi
Last recorded142,016 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2018
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito109,326 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA04 FRC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2018 142,016 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides front to rear brake pipes (forward most sections) have slight corrossion (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' chip in windscreen (8.3.1d)

n/s windscreen wiper has torn rubber

Fail 4 Jan 2018 142,012 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides front to rear brake pipes (forward most sections) have slight corrossion (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' chip in windscreen (8.3.1d)

brake pad warning lamp illuminated

n/s windscreen wiper has torn rubber

Pass 6 Jan 2017 135,517 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2017 135,517 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 21 May 2016 132,428 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 30 May 2015 123,835 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2015 123,835 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 116,572 miles
Fail 14 May 2014 116,572 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 May 2013 109,856 miles
Fail 24 May 2013 109,856 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 23 May 2012 100,313 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 89,776 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 76,214 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2009 67,154 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Jun 2009 67,154 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 62,846 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2008 62,846 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Jul 2007 57,896 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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VA04 FRC is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 VA04 FRC, 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 VA04 FRC?

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What year was VA04 FRC registered?

VA04 FRC is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 30 June 2004.

Is VA04 FRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA04 FRC shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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