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DK05 WMU

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

Green Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

176,067 mi
Last recorded176,067 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2018
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK05 WMU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2018 176,067 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 171,564 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2017 171,560 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outter sill section. (2.4.A.3)

Brake pipe excessively corroded n/s inner wing area 2 x brake pipes marked yellow (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Jun 2016 165,641 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 159,819 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 157,687 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2014 157,687 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Mar 2013 152,609 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 146,307 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 140,596 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 22 Mar 2010 126,272 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2010 126,272 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 27 Feb 2009 108,556 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2008 98,854 miles

Oil leak

brake pedal slightly spongy

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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DK05 WMU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in Green with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 DK05 WMU, 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 DK05 WMU registered?

DK05 WMU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is DK05 WMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK05 WMU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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