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2004 Mercedes-Benz Vito reviews
Mercedes-Benz Vito reviews by year of make: 1997 1998 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 Read all reviews
Wayne Appleton, Durham
Mercedes-Benz Vito 111 ex long wheelbase 2004
This is the worst van I have ever had, I wish I had stayed with my reliable galvanised Fiat Scudo. The rust is absolutely disgraceful and when I complained to Mercedes they sent out a professional bodywork guy who said it was all caused by stonechips. I didn’t know stone chips happen inside the doors, on the back and under the bonnet?! The springs snap (four times), the front struts collapse, the key lost its code costing me £2100 for a new key and recepticle. I can’t get any gears when its cold, it eats front tyres, and I am completely sick of it, but it is worth so little because of the rust that I can’t afford to get rid of it.
Submitted: 24/01/2012 10:03:47
Nick, Lancashire
Mercedes-Benz Vito 111 2004
My 2004 Vito 111, milage 130000, has got many problems. Had to change the tailgate as it rusted so bad the number plate fell off the plinth, the light fell off and holes everywhere. I can’t get 1st gear, the brakes need sorting out, there are power steering faults, both sliding doors have rust bubbles everywhere as do both front doors with additional rust along the trims. Also, both electric windows don’t work, the rear wiper motor isn’t working, which is the second one it’s had, the bracket that holds the back box steady has rusted off. The underneath of this van looks 20 years old not 6. It’s the first time I’ve owned a Vito and I’ve been well put off, the best thing is the 9 seats. Think I’ll go back to a Transit.
Submitted: 23/01/2011 20:56:14
Ian Rustyvan, England
Mercedes-Benz Vito 109cdi swb 2004
I bought this van a few months ago after deciding I deserved a nicer van then my 51 plate transit. The Vito is uncomfortable to drive, seat is like stone, stiff to get into gear when cold, the steering is clonky and notchy, power windows only go up 2 inches at a time, rust coming up everywhere and they eat brake pads. Under the bonnet the van looks like it’s 35 years old, rust everywhere. I can only say that I’m so disappointed with Mercedes, they call themselves a quality vehicle maker. The van is supposed to do good mpg, I think not, it costs £20 to do 100 miles, about 22 miles to the gallon. You but one of these vans because you think they are luxury, I wouldnt buy another one. Buy a transit, they are bigger and much nicer to drive, if i could buy my old one back I would.
Submitted: 31/05/2010 20:46:36
Jaime Turner, Dorset
Mercedes-Benz Vito 111cdi Compact 2004
Bought mine from a friend who had it from new. It had 124k and some minor rust bubbles. I cannot emphasise how much I rate this van, it’s fully loaded, cruise, air con, bulkhead, alloys etc., etc. It is fast, reliable, economical and serves every purpose it was designed for. Yes it is now rustier and has 156k but Merc have just approved the rust under the 14 year paint warranty so new door, bonnet etc., coming soon. I service every 10k and it has never ever failed to start, only had to replace brakes and antiroll bar bushes!! I`m going to order a new 115cdi Sport Dualiner next month!!
Submitted: 09/05/2010 12:43:04
Mike Wilkinson, Lancashire
Mercedes-Benz Vito travelliner xlwb 2004
I bought my Vito 115 9 seater minibus in June 2004. The first few months I had little in the way of problems. Then it all kicked off. Near side electric window packed in, rust from nearly every joint,turbo blew. I had three intercoolers, sliding doors would not unlock in cold weather, front suspension collapsed on both sides in a matter of months. The onboard computer was hideously optimistic about the fuel consumption .I could go on....I now have a Vivaro 2 litre diesel, which may be a bit slower, but it handles much better, is much more refined, and uses about 20% less fuel, and was about 60% of the price.
Submitted: 22/03/2010 11:07:01
Shaun , Sussex
Mercedes-Benz Vito vito 111 cdi 2004
Rusty back wheel arches, tailgate, drivers door. Electrical problems include key/ignition,window sensors replaced 3 times. Random locking/unlocking. thirsty. very disappointed, don’t buy one buy a vw transporter.
Submitted: 24/01/2010 19:39:37
Richard Donaldson, Scotland
Mercedes-Benz Vito 115 CDI Crew Bus 2004
The vehicle is generally very light on fuel, powerfull and a pleasure to drive. The biggest problems that I could not solve thus far is a power train vibration that is most noticeable under hard eccelaration between 2500 rpm and 2900 rpm. There is also a clunking noise comming from the steering when turning full lock.
Submitted: 02/11/2009 21:40:53
Ginner, Yorkshire
Mercedes-Benz Vito 2004
My van bobs ’n’ weaves but I can’t find the problem. It drinks diesel and has more rust spots than you can possibly imagine. I took the wipers off the back doors before they fell off. I’ve had two sets of window motors. What a pile! I had an earlier version once and I think it was a much better van.
Submitted: 16/10/2009 15:04:18
Mike, Gloucestershire
Mercedes-Benz Vito 2004
Have to say I agree with the comments about rust; mine is a great van except for the fact that around most of the trims, including the rear door handle, there are bubbles of rust appearing.
Submitted: 09/10/2009 09:11:51
Stephen Cheal, Durham
Mercedes-Benz Vito 2004
Hi, update of my rusting Vito, I got word back from MB Milton Keynes; basically they will give me a sum of money and a good deal against a second hand or new Vito. I will keep you all posted to see how it pans out. Fingers crossed.
Submitted: 22/07/2009 10:05:04
Michael Rust, Lincolnshire
Mercedes-Benz Vito 2004
Got the paint report back from Mercedes and they agree to repair the corroded areas as long as I pay 60% of the repair. This is on a 5 year old vehicle with a supposed 12 year paint and bodywork warranty. Some warranty.
Submitted: 21/07/2009 09:30:10
Stephen Cheal, Durham
Mercedes-Benz Vito 2004
I have 2004 Vito from new; the only thing holding it together is all the rust! I’ve got the paint report back from Mercedes and they are willing to repair certain areas... as long as I contribute towards it. What the hell is the point of given a 12 year paint warranty???? And I have been told that some of the 04 models missed the galv coating - going to take this a lot further even if it means parking the piece of s**t on there forecourt to show all new customers what they will own in 5 years time. A rust bucket with no trade in value - but apart from that the van is sweet as a nut; still going strong with 170k miles. Ps If it keeps rusting I will have a convertible Vito!!
Submitted: 23/06/2009 09:03:33
Darren Reeve, England
Mercedes-Benz Vito 2004
Had this van from new - has only done 52,000 miles and for the past two years I have done nothing but pay for new parts on the engine and electrical areas. New steering rack, new high pressure pump, two new alternators, new computer, new wiring, new electrical window motors the list goes on. I have had two dangerous situations which nearly caused a major accident.. The first was on a motor way and the passenger inner wing panel popped off at 60miles an hour and then went under the front wheel locking the wheel up and causing the van to nearly spin out of control. Then today, driving down a main road, some parts just flew out of the underside of the engine and nearly took out a motorcyclist - this was a plastic pulley that the engine belt runs round... not happy! I am going to take this further as the van is dangerous.
Submitted: 05/06/2009 12:00:22
Ashley Morgan, Swansea
Mercedes-Benz Vito 2004
I would not buy another 1 I have a realy bad rust problem which in NOT down to stone chips and Mercedes keep throwing my case out and saying they are not paying for it even though the van has full Mercedes service history but they do not want to know!!!!!
Submitted: 07/04/2009 10:38:21
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