CarVerify

Free Car Check

CN05 GZY

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2148cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

158,453 mi
Last recorded158,453 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2021
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN05 GZY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2021 158,453 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both offside and nearside rear inner (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both offside and nearside front edges (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both offside and nearside rear (5.2.3 (e))

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

front inner arches corroded under sills corroded

Pass 16 Nov 2020 154,678 miles

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both offside and nearside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both offside and nearside front (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Nov 2020 154,678 miles

Offside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Position lamp not working both offside and nearside front (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected (4.5.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both offside and nearside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both offside and nearside front (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 14 May 2019 147,690 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 142,662 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 135,044 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 127,992 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 118,117 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2013 101,563 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 95,715 miles

front brake flexi hoses perishing

Pass 18 Oct 2011 86,249 miles

minor play at front wheels

oil leak from dip stick tube

Fail 11 Nov 2010 77,449 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

osf heavy edge wear /osr nsr tyre close on limit

slight play at front wheels

tail pipe to center corroded

wipers worn / brake pedal spongy front discs heavily lipped

nsf tyre heavy edge wear on limit

Pass 11 Nov 2010 77,449 miles

osf heavy edge wear /osr nsr tyre close on limit

slight play at front wheels

tail pipe to center corroded

wipers worn / brake pedal spongy front discs heavily lipped

nsf tyre heavy edge wear on limit

Pass 23 Jun 2009 57,754 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2009 57,754 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Jun 2008 43,843 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2008 43,842 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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
Full Mercedes-benz Vito reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

CN05 GZY is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 CN05 GZY, 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

How do I check the history of CN05 GZY?

You can check the full history of CN05 GZY by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was CN05 GZY registered?

CN05 GZY is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 27 June 2005.

Is CN05 GZY safe to buy?

The MOT history for CN05 GZY shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CN05 GZY have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on CN05 GZY. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.