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VE54 HBF

2004 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2024
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

190,078 mi
Last recorded190,078 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2023
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito109,326 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE54 HBF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2023 190,078 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2022 183,473 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Nov 2021 176,978 miles

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Nov 2021 176,931 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired Inner Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired Inner Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Side repeater slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 20 Oct 2021 176,160 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner Sill/Subframe Mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively stretched Bracket Damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner Sill/Subframe Mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 166,883 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 157,536 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2019 157,464 miles

Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting all four jacking points (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2018 145,276 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 129,045 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2016 117,549 miles

nearside inner outer rigger slight corrosion

Pass 18 Nov 2015 102,029 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 96,085 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 88,545 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 80,021 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2012 80,021 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 28 Sep 2011 73,104 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2011 72,806 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Jul 2011 72,806 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2010 64,019 miles

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 9 Jul 2010 64,019 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2009 55,950 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 53,095 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 38,354 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2007 38,354 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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VE54 HBF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 VE54 HBF, 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 VE54 HBF registered?

VE54 HBF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 6 December 2004.

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