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DF55 YHW

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

213,670 mi
Last recorded213,670 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2013
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF55 YHW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2013 213,670 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

centre propshaft joint bearings slack in housing

n/s/f outer seat belt slightly sticky to retract

Fail 13 Nov 2013 213,664 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

centre propshaft joint bearings slack in housing

n/s/f outer seat belt slightly sticky to retract

Pass 29 Oct 2012 185,576 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 163,518 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 139,097 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 114,105 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 85,367 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 YHW is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DF55 YHW, 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 YHW registered?

DF55 YHW is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 15 December 2005.

Is DF55 YHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF55 YHW shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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