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AF05 VLX

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

Green Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

195,124 mi
Last recorded195,124 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2014
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF05 VLX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2014 195,124 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 183,279 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 158,867 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Sep 2011 131,961 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 107,500 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 76,257 miles

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

Fail 25 Mar 2009 76,187 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

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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AF05 VLX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in Green with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 113,960 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AF05 VLX, 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 21 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vito is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AF05 VLX?

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What year was AF05 VLX registered?

AF05 VLX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 14 April 2005.

Is AF05 VLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF05 VLX shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AF05 VLX have outstanding finance?

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