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BF05 CTZ

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

154,553 mi
Last recorded154,553 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF05 CTZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2025 154,553 miles

Nearside corroded but not holed

Offside corroded but not holed

Fail 10 Apr 2025 154,553 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside corroded but not holed

Offside corroded but not holed

Pass 26 Feb 2024 154,159 miles

Front Both front jacking points corroded

Front Side repeater slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres cracking & perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Crack in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Light cluster cracked

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres cracking & perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2023 149,855 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both sides cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres cracking/perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Crack in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres cracking/perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2022 145,527 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked inner outer and treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked inner outer and treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked inner outer and treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked inner outer and treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2021 141,680 miles

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced o/s and n/s body floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced o/s and n/s sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced o/s and n/s sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2020 139,022 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 132,897 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 124,337 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 116,114 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 107,726 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 98,944 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 89,607 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 80,444 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 71,507 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 60,642 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 49,166 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 38,064 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 28,758 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2008 28,758 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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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BF05 CTZ 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 90%.

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 BF05 CTZ, 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 BF05 CTZ registered?

BF05 CTZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 15 March 2005.

Is BF05 CTZ safe to buy?

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