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YM53 YZC

2004 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

152,214 mi
Last recorded152,214 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2017
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito109,326 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM53 YZC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2017 152,214 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 145,525 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 141,020 miles

brake pad warning light illuminated

combustion leaking through injector

Fail 17 Apr 2015 141,020 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

brake pad warning light illuminated

combustion leaking through injector

Pass 24 Mar 2014 128,040 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

leaking fuel injectors seals

under bonnet suspect diesel leak

Fail 21 Mar 2014 127,958 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

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

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

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

under bonnet suspect diesel leak

Pass 9 Jan 2013 115,771 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

exhaust front mountig broken although exhuast still secure

Fail 8 Jan 2013 115,771 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

exhaust front mountig broken although exhuast still secure

Pass 10 Dec 2011 98,276 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2010 66,735 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2010 66,735 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2009 64,375 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2009 64,375 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 15 Jan 2009 57,399 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2009 57,399 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 15 Jan 2008 42,533 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 31,558 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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YM53 YZC is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 YM53 YZC, 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 YM53 YZC registered?

YM53 YZC is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 15 January 2004.

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