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DE55 FTF

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

142,124 mi
Last recorded142,124 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE55 FTF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 142,124 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2024 133,033 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2023 133,010 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2021 132,999 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 132,155 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 130,303 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 120,017 miles

n/s front road wheel is slightly seized when rotated. n/s front anti-roll bar linkage has slight play. front wiper(s) slightly worn.

Fail 27 Feb 2012 120,015 miles

Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)

n/s front road wheel is slightly seized when rotated. n/s front anti-roll bar linkage has slight play. front wiper(s) slightly worn.

Fail 26 Feb 2011 118,002 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 26 Feb 2011 118,002 miles

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

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 6 Apr 2009 109,965 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2009 109,589 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 31 Mar 2008 68,918 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 29,067 miles
Fail 19 May 2007 28,973 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Oct 2006 21,722 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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DE55 FTF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DE55 FTF, 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 DE55 FTF registered?

DE55 FTF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 27 October 2005.

Is DE55 FTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE55 FTF shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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