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DK55 RZT

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2021
Tests23 (13 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate56.5%

Mileage

127,658 mi
Last recorded127,658 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK55 RZT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 10 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2020 127,658 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 28 Nov 2020 127,658 miles

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

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205-65-16c (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Dec 2019 121,756 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2019 121,752 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2018 115,004 miles

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

strong smell of diesel sign of leak

Fail 21 Nov 2018 115,003 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

strong smell of diesel sign of leak

Pass 14 Nov 2017 107,551 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Nov 2016 101,463 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2016 101,463 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195/65/16 c (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 195/65/16 c (4.1.E.1)

tracking when tyres are replaced

Pass 12 Nov 2015 94,502 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

oil leak

Fail 12 Nov 2015 94,501 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

oil leak

Pass 17 Nov 2014 88,000 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 17 Nov 2014 88,000 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Nov 2013 79,328 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2013 79,328 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 Nov 2012 70,922 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2012 70,922 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 9 Nov 2011 65,492 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2011 65,492 miles

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

brake warning lamp illuminated

Pass 8 Nov 2010 59,925 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2010 59,925 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 12 Nov 2009 52,116 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 45,764 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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DK55 RZT is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.5%.

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 DK55 RZT, 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 DK55 RZT registered?

DK55 RZT is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 4 November 2005.

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