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DX05 UYR

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX05 UYR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2025
Pass 3 Apr 2024 107,528 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 106,925 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2022 104,844 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Apr 2022 104,844 miles

Driver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Mar 2021 103,171 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 103,108 miles

3rd brake light not working

Pass 26 Jun 2019 102,419 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 101,540 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 100,992 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 100,280 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 99,705 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 99,030 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 98,400 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 97,667 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 95,620 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2011 95,619 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Jun 2010 84,780 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 56,187 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 39,599 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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DX05 UYR is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 DX05 UYR, 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 DX05 UYR registered?

DX05 UYR is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 6 June 2005.

Is DX05 UYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX05 UYR shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DX05 UYR have outstanding finance?

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