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AU05 DLZ

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

208,890 mi
Last recorded208,890 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU05 DLZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 208,890 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2025 207,989 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2024 207,893 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2023 206,690 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2022 206,584 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 198,804 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 198,787 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 192,962 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 191,560 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 189,712 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 188,317 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 186,314 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 184,697 miles

slight play in propshaft u/j

Airbag light on

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Slight noise from propshaft when going backwards

Pass 23 Feb 2012 161,229 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2012 161,229 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Feb 2011 139,002 miles

front rtyres worn on edges

Fail 22 Feb 2010 118,562 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Feb 2010 118,562 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 91,259 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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AU05 DLZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 AU05 DLZ, 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

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What year was AU05 DLZ registered?

AU05 DLZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is AU05 DLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU05 DLZ shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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