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VU54 LRX

2004 Mercedes-benz Vito

Yellow Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

170,697 mi
Last recorded170,697 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2022
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito109,326 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU54 LRX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2022 170,697 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2021 168,147 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2020 163,183 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2020 163,170 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced excessive corrosion (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 11 Feb 2019 152,593 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 138,042 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 13 Feb 2017 125,581 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2016 114,015 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 102,160 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 92,465 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 82,317 miles

Near/side/tie on steering rack has slight play

Off/side/tie rod on the steering rack has slight play

Pass 7 Feb 2012 70,980 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 60,591 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2010 54,678 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Feb 2010 54,678 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 46,940 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 32,907 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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VU54 LRX is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito in Yellow with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 LRX, 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 LRX registered?

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

Is VU54 LRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU54 LRX shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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