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DF55 VDR

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2022
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

170,814 mi
Last recorded170,814 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2021
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF55 VDR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2021 170,814 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 167,846 miles

Fuel hose corroded (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Aug 2019 163,160 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2019 163,154 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Oct 2018 162,441 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

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

bonnet secondary catch ineffective

low brake pad warning light on

Fail 9 Oct 2018 162,441 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

bonnet secondary catch ineffective

low brake pad warning light on

Fail 23 Aug 2018 162,431 miles

Brake lever not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light Lense smahsed (4.5.4 (a))

Windscreen in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))

Brake Warning on Dash

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2017 162,397 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2017 162,397 miles

Central Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Nov 2016 162,353 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)

Fail 28 Oct 2016 162,349 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

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

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

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

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)

low break pad warning light on

Pass 24 Feb 2015 160,559 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Fail 24 Feb 2015 160,559 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Pass 10 Dec 2013 143,365 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2013 136,539 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 116,585 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 108,807 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 93,733 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2010 93,686 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 23 Dec 2008 72,728 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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DF55 VDR is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DF55 VDR, 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 DF55 VDR registered?

DF55 VDR is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 19 December 2005.

Is DF55 VDR safe to buy?

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