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EEZ 5025

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

356,986 mi
Last recorded356,986 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEEZ 5025
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2017 356,986 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Propshaft universal joint worn ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

tail pipe mounting weak

Fail 6 Sep 2017 356,460 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated park brake indicator lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect water inside headlamp (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Propshaft universal joint worn ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

tail pipe mounting weak

Pass 9 Sep 2016 324,956 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting rear cross member corroded (6.6.6)

Propshaft universal joint worn second and third universal joints worn ()

brake pedal pad worn

Pass 7 Sep 2015 294,890 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2015 294,441 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

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

brake pedal pad worn

Pass 2 Sep 2014 265,806 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 235,536 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 14 Sep 2012 207,315 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Spare tyre defective

centre rear seat belt stalk twisted

Fail 14 Sep 2012 207,315 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Spare tyre defective

centre rear seat belt stalk twisted

Pass 23 Apr 2012 203,024 miles

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

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

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

Fail 17 Apr 2012 202,861 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 May 2011 193,178 miles

both front tyres wearing close to wear indicators

wear to rear brake discs

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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EEZ 5025 is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 EEZ 5025, 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

How do I check the history of EEZ 5025?

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What year was EEZ 5025 registered?

EEZ 5025 is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 15 August 2005.

Is EEZ 5025 safe to buy?

The MOT history for EEZ 5025 shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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