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YR54 XYV

2004 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2018
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

165,392 mi
Last recorded165,392 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2017
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito109,326 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR54 XYV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2017 165,392 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all brake pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded all brake pipes (3.6.B.2c)

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

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (2.4.G.2)

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

rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

the vehicle has had a lot of under seal applied not allowing full view on corrosion

Pass 25 Mar 2016 161,270 miles

corrosion present on chassis various

corrosion present on offside and nearside outer sills

corrosion present to body various

slight movement in offside front antiroll bar drop link

Fail 25 Mar 2016 161,270 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

corrosion present on chassis various

corrosion present on offside and nearside outer sills

corrosion present to body various

slight movement in offside front antiroll bar drop link

Pass 30 Mar 2015 156,618 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 28 Mar 2015 156,604 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Jan 2014 144,108 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 11 Jan 2013 150,224 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Jan 2013 150,224 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 143,145 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 139,499 miles

corrosion present on front brake discs

corrosion present on rear brake discs

exhaust tail pipe corroded

Fail 30 Dec 2010 139,494 miles

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

corrosion present on front brake discs

corrosion present on rear brake discs

exhaust tail pipe corroded

Pass 15 Dec 2009 139,475 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Fail 14 Dec 2009 139,471 miles

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2008 131,912 miles

Front discs lipped

Rear discs lipped

Fail 1 Aug 2008 131,912 miles

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

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

Front discs lipped

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear discs lipped

Pass 21 Sep 2007 109,901 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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YR54 XYV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 YR54 XYV, 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 YR54 XYV registered?

YR54 XYV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 25 October 2004.

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