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DE55 JXH

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

120,989 mi
Last recorded120,989 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2022
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE55 JXH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2022 120,989 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2021 117,257 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 113,414 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 108,786 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 105,310 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 101,324 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2017 101,324 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Aug 2016 97,905 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 92,630 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 89,767 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 87,936 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)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 8 Aug 2013 87,903 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 77,262 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 68,463 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 54,521 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 10 Aug 2009 39,027 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 28,024 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2008 28,024 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 JXH is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 JXH, 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 JXH registered?

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

Is DE55 JXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE55 JXH shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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