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VU54 LPO

2004 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

313,778 mi
Last recorded313,778 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito109,326 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU54 LPO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 313,778 miles

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2025 179,052 miles

All suspension components have age related corrosion

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Underside has age related corrosion

Pass 2 Aug 2022 168,820 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Jul 2021 155,495 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 153,175 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 151,753 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 150,309 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 148,759 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 144,956 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 140,997 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Fail 20 Aug 2014 137,403 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 137,403 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 133,831 miles

drivers door showing deteriation/ starting to corrode

n/s rear inner drive shaft boot deteriateing, pin holed leaking lube slightly

pedal anti-slips showing wear

Pass 8 Aug 2012 128,132 miles

bodywork showing signs of deteriation

rear o/s drive shaft inner boot showing deteriatioin

Pass 24 Aug 2011 123,527 miles

rear tail gate starting to degrade

rear tread getting low

Fail 25 Aug 2010 120,607 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2010 120,607 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 115,622 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 110,860 miles

brake pedal anti slip showing signs of wear

Pass 31 Aug 2007 98,593 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2007 98,584 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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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VU54 LPO is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 VU54 LPO, 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 VU54 LPO registered?

VU54 LPO is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 1 September 2004.

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