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AU55 FKJ

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

166,013 mi
Last recorded166,013 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU55 FKJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2017 166,013 miles

Near side rear brake pipe corroded

Fail 20 Apr 2017 166,013 miles

Near side rear brake pipe corroded

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 10 Nov 2016 160,786 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Nov 2015 153,365 miles

Both front flexi brake hoses perished

Offside Rear brake pipe corroded

Pass 14 Nov 2014 147,431 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 136,811 miles

both front flexible brake hoses perished

near side track-rod end has some play

off side rear tyre has several cuts and close to the legal limit

Pass 19 Nov 2012 125,241 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 109,297 miles

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

Fail 18 Nov 2011 109,297 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 8 Nov 2010 95,033 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2009 86,035 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Nov 2009 86,035 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 64,711 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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AU55 FKJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 AU55 FKJ, 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.

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What year was AU55 FKJ registered?

AU55 FKJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 28 November 2005.

Is AU55 FKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU55 FKJ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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