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DE05 VWW

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

180,076 mi
Last recorded180,076 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2019
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE05 VWW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Fail 25 Oct 2019 180,076 miles

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Outer Body has an unsafe modification sill (6.2.1 (d) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Inner Vehicle structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced sill (6.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Inner Vehicle structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced sill (6.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Nov 2018 173,404 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 18 Sep 2017 156,443 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

multiple rust areas around outside of vehicle. sills very thin.

Fail 12 Sep 2017 156,435 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis outrigger (5.2.6)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis outrigger (5.2.6)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

multiple rust areas around outside of vehicle. sills very thin.

Pass 23 Aug 2016 142,016 miles

o/s outer sill starting to corrod

Pass 8 Sep 2015 134,300 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 120,423 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 107,201 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2012 92,321 miles

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

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

indecator switch insercure

Pass 2 Sep 2011 78,324 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 69,827 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 56,343 miles

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

Fail 31 Jul 2009 56,343 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 28 Jul 2008 44,218 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

parking brake in need of adjustment

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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DE05 VWW 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 78.6%.

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 DE05 VWW, 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 DE05 VWW registered?

DE05 VWW is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 3 May 2005.

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