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DA55 TBY

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

165,021 mi
Last recorded165,021 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2019
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA55 TBY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2019 165,021 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear slight surface corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both rear lower outer sills slight surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Inner steering arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust tail pipe corroded

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jun 2017 131,947 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 127,896 miles

Drivers seat belt bucking casing missing

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

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

Oil leak Rear differntial ()

Fail 8 Jun 2016 127,896 miles

Drivers seat belt bucking casing missing

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

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

Oil leak Rear differntial ()

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 124,704 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2015 124,704 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Apr 2014 112,142 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2014 112,142 miles

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

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 27 Feb 2013 88,901 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2012 77,220 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Inner Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Feb 2012 77,220 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Mar 2011 69,469 miles

Offside Front Upper Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Mar 2010 55,054 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 41,353 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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DA55 TBY is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 DA55 TBY, 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 DA55 TBY registered?

DA55 TBY is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 24 December 2005.

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