2004 Mercedes Vito 2.1L Diesel · DG04 CXK

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, though the maintenance history reveals a trend of recurring minor failures related to lighting and external bodywork. The most recent test on 13 May 2023 at 210,235 miles resulted in a pass following an initial failure for an inoperative registration plate lamp and a non-functional offside stop lamp. The persistent presence of a non-excessive oil leak across 2022 and 2023 suggests a known weeping seal that the owners have opted not to rectify. At 22 years old, the recorded 210,235 miles represent an average annual usage of approximately 9,500 miles, which is consistent with a commercial vehicle of this age. There is a significant gap in the records between the June 2019 test at 195,983 miles and the January 2021 test at 204,714 miles, indicating a period of lower usage. However, since the last MOT was recorded in May 2023, the vehicle is now over three years out of date for testing, which raises immediate concerns regarding the current state of all rubber components and the progression of previously noted issues. A physical inspection must focus on the structural integrity of the sills, as the 2019 record flagged corrosion on multiple inner and outer integral body structures near mounting points. While these were not classified as seriously affecting security at that time, corrosion on Mercedes vans often progresses rapidly. The buyer should also verify the brakes following the 2022 report of pitted and scored rear brake discs to ensure they have been replaced rather than allowed to thin. Given the recurring oil leak, a thorough check of the engine bay and gearbox housing is necessary to determine if the leak is accelerating.