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WM53 LPZ

2004 Mercedes-benz Vito

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2014
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

222,831 mi
Last recorded222,831 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2013
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito109,326 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM53 LPZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2013 222,831 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 22 Nov 2011 204,111 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

body slightly damage.

Pass 11 Nov 2010 187,022 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 175,239 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 158,239 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 5 Nov 2008 158,228 miles

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

Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating maladjustment (3.5.1f)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 May 2008 140,957 miles
Fail 7 May 2008 140,955 miles

Centre Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 1 Nov 2007 126,736 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2007 126,736 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 18 May 2007 177,386 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Oct 2006 88,770 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 87,600 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2006 87,599 miles

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

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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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WM53 LPZ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 WM53 LPZ, 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 WM53 LPZ registered?

WM53 LPZ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 23 January 2004.

Is WM53 LPZ safe to buy?

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