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DG55 OTA

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

289,511 mi
Last recorded289,511 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2023
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG55 OTA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2023 289,511 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back (1.1.11 (c))

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front headlight some condensation

Offside Rear light cracked

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Nov 2022 283,124 miles

Central Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides surface corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides ()

Front Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both sides (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides surface corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides front to back (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Jan 2021 280,049 miles

Central Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides ()

Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Jun 2019 164,316 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 154,412 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2017 149,734 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2017 149,734 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Oct 2015 141,564 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 119,788 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 98,777 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 78,112 miles

WINDSCREEN CRACKED OUTSIDE SWEPT AREA OUTSIDE ZONE 'A'.

Fail 22 Aug 2012 78,101 miles

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

Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

WINDSCREEN CRACKED OUTSIDE SWEPT AREA OUTSIDE ZONE 'A'

Pass 8 Sep 2011 73,901 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2011 73,901 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Aug 2010 54,046 miles

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

advise wiper blades in poor condition

Pass 7 Sep 2009 38,836 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 24,818 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)

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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DG55 OTA is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 DG55 OTA, 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 DG55 OTA registered?

DG55 OTA is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 13 September 2005.

Is DG55 OTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG55 OTA shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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