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DG05 TKX

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2021
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

135,031 mi
Last recorded135,031 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG05 TKX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2020 135,031 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Dec 2019 123,412 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2019 123,421 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded x2 (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Nov 2018 117,339 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear above the tank (1.1.11 (c))

revers light not working

Fail 26 Nov 2018 117,313 miles

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear above the tank (1.1.11 (c))

revers light not working

Pass 14 Dec 2017 113,427 miles

•BOTH FRONT TYRES WEARING ON OUTER EDGES - 195 65 16C 104/102R

•BRAKE WARNING LIGHT ON

•HIGH LEVEL BRAKE LIGHT INOP

•N/S/F & O/S/F BRAKE PIPE BECOMING CORRODED

•UNDERSIDE COMPONENTS SHOWING SIGNS OF SURFACE CORROSION - MORE ADVANCED IN AREAS

Fail 14 Dec 2017 113,426 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam O/S (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

coil spring broken N/S/R (2.4.C.1a)

•BOTH FRONT TYRES WEARING ON OUTER EDGES - 195 65 16C 104/102R

•BRAKE WARNING LIGHT ON

•HIGH LEVEL BRAKE LIGHT INOP

•N/S/F & O/S/F BRAKE PIPE BECOMING CORRODED

•UNDERSIDE COMPONENTS SHOWING SIGNS OF SURFACE CORROSION - MORE ADVANCED IN AREAS

Pass 21 Oct 2016 108,959 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES WEARING ON OUTER EDGES - 195 65 16C 104/102R

BRAKE WARNING LIGHT ON

HIGH LEVEL BRAKE LIGHT INOP

N/S/F & O/S/F BRAKE PIPE BECOMING CORRODED

O/S/R TYRE WEARING ON INNER EDGE - 195 65 16C 104/102R

UNDERSIDE COMPONENTS SHOWING SIGNS OF SURFACE CORROSION - MORE ADVANCED IN AREAS

Fail 20 Oct 2016 108,958 miles

Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt N/S/F BOOTS SPLIT (2.4.G.2)

Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt O/S/F BOOTS SPLIT (2.4.G.2)

Brake pipe excessively corroded N/S/R FRONT TO REAR - MARKED WHITE (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe excessively corroded O/S/R FRONT TO REAR - MARKED WHITE (3.6.B.2c)

Direction indicators incorrect colour BOTH FRONTS SHOWING WHITE (1.4.A.2f)

Direction indicators incorrect colour O/S/R SHOWING WHITE (1.4.A.2f)

Registration plate lamp not working O/S (1.1.C.1d)

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play N/S/F (2.2.B.1f)

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords N/S/R SEVERAL CUTS IN TYRE - 195 65 16C 104/102R (4.1.D.1a)

rear parking brake recording little or no effort N/S/R (3.7.B.6a)

BOTH FRONT TYRES WEARING ON OUTER EDGES - 195 65 16C 104/102R

BRAKE WARNING LIGHT ON

HIGH LEVEL BRAKE LIGHT INOP

N/S/F & O/S/F BRAKE PIPE BECOMING CORRODED

O/S/R TYRE WEARING ON INNER EDGE - 195 65 16C 104/102R

UNDERSIDE COMPONENTS SHOWING SIGNS OF SURFACE CORROSION - MORE ADVANCED IN AREAS

Pass 19 Oct 2015 103,976 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 97,162 miles

rear exhaust pipe corroding

Pass 5 Oct 2013 88,484 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 75,832 miles

Nearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Oct 2011 67,125 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 58,993 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 51,222 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 41,772 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2008 41,772 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (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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DG05 TKX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 DG05 TKX, 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 DG05 TKX registered?

DG05 TKX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 2 March 2005.

Is DG05 TKX safe to buy?

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