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VU04 FWF

2004 Mercedes-benz Viano

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2014
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

179,350 mi
Last recorded179,350 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2013
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Viano102,610 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU04 FWF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2013 179,350 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2013 179,349 miles

Driver's door catch missing (6.2.B.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Fail 12 Mar 2012 168,044 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Mar 2012 168,044 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 19 Sep 2011 156,949 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2011 156,949 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Mar 2011 140,426 miles

Centre Rear Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Sep 2010 128,859 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 115,275 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 114,803 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 152,196 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 133,121 miles

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

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

REAR SPARE TYRE SLIGHLY LOOSE

Pass 21 Sep 2007 112,670 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 85,246 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Viano?

Based on 134,814 MOT tests across 8,421 vehicles.

76.0%
Pass Rate
9,441
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
8,421
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,410
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,125
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,075
Registration plate lamp not working 999
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 884
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VU04 FWF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Viano in Silver 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 Viano models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 102,610 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Viano fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,410 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VU04 FWF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Viano typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this Mercedes-benz Viano is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VU04 FWF registered?

VU04 FWF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 12 May 2004.

Is VU04 FWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU04 FWF shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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