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BF05 DLY

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

126,155 mi
Last recorded126,155 miles
Recorded on28 Dec 2017
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF05 DLY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Dec 2017 126,155 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

covers obscuring some components

Pass 22 Dec 2016 118,198 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Dec 2016 118,198 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage lamp (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Nearside Rear slight brake bind

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

Offside Rear slight brake bind

Pass 30 Dec 2015 100,788 miles

Rear BRAKES SLIGHT BIND

Pass 9 Dec 2014 88,044 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Nov 2013 83,901 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 75,627 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Sep 2011 68,014 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2010 60,234 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 50,633 miles

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

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

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 DLY is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 DLY, 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 BF05 DLY registered?

BF05 DLY is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 5 August 2005.

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