2004 Mercedes-Benz Vito 2.1L Diesel · RA04 YPR

The roadworthiness of this Mercedes-Benz Vito is currently questionable following a failed MOT test in August 2025 at 138,807 miles. While the vehicle maintained four consecutive clean passes with no recorded defects between 2021 and 2024, the recent failure indicates a sudden decline in mechanical or structural compliance. The lack of advisories in the preceding years suggests the vehicle was in in good condition until a specific issue emerged during the most recent inspection. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a 22-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,300 miles per year. Between July 2021 at 130,499 miles and August 2024 at 137,610 miles, the vehicle covered 7,111 miles. This low annual usage typically suggests that wear on drivetrain components and engine internals should be minimal, though low mileage also increases the risk of rubber-based components, such as suspension bushes and seals, becoming brittle or cracking due to age and oxidation rather than distance driven. A prospective buyer must investigate the specific cause of the August 2025 failure, as the record provided does not list the exact defect. Given the age of the Vito, a physical inspection should focus heavily on structural corrosion on the sills and mounting points, which are common failure points for this generation. The buyer should also check the brake calipers for binding and inspect the condition of the suspension arms and shock absorbers, as the transition from clean records to a failure often points to a component reaching the end of its life on an older platform.