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WV04 LFJ

2004 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2014
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

134,635 mi
Last recorded134,635 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2013
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito109,326 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV04 LFJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Fail 5 Apr 2013 134,635 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

oil leak

Pass 5 Apr 2013 134,635 miles

oil leak

Pass 7 Apr 2012 125,361 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

O/S/F MIRROR CASING MISSING

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

Oil leak

Fail 7 Apr 2012 125,361 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

O/S/F MIRROR CASING MISSING

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

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Oil leak

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

Fail 4 Apr 2011 119,254 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

brake discs rusted

Pass 4 Apr 2011 119,254 miles

brake discs rusted

Pass 3 Mar 2010 114,436 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 102,186 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2009 102,186 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 20 Aug 2008 95,740 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 20 Aug 2008 95,740 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 28 Feb 2007 78,414 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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WV04 LFJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WV04 LFJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WV04 LFJ?

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What year was WV04 LFJ registered?

WV04 LFJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 1 March 2004.

Is WV04 LFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV04 LFJ shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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