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AU55 FLG

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

113,098 mi
Last recorded113,098 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2024
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU55 FLG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2024 113,098 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Oct 2023 105,700 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2022 97,380 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 88,307 miles

Central Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective BOTH (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides - outrigger / jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main (1.1.11 (c))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 1 Nov 2021 88,306 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded main (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Central Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides - outrigger / jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main (1.1.11 (c))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 7 Oct 2020 84,699 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2019 81,657 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Oct 2018 80,149 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 1.6 mm outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Oct 2017 75,927 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 1.6 mm outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Oct 2016 71,316 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 64,310 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 59,749 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 56,408 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 52,489 miles
Fail 3 May 2012 52,489 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 May 2011 47,158 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 6 May 2010 41,859 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 May 2010 41,859 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 33,926 miles

nearside rear tyre close to limit

Pass 21 Oct 2008 28,126 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 FLG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 FLG, 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 FLG registered?

AU55 FLG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 16 November 2005.

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