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EN05 OLY

2017 Mercedes-benz Vito

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests13 (6 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate46.2%

Mileage

282,543 mi
Last recorded282,543 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2017 Mercedes-benz Vito86,763 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN05 OLY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2017
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 282,543 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip zone B (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Feb 2026 282,527 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn New ball joint is loose (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

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

Fail 5 Feb 2026 282,502 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction Does not illuminate on ignition or start up (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Different size tyres on front and rear but same on each axle

Offside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

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

Pass 13 Jan 2025 151,731 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Jan 2025 151,731 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2024 123,529 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2024 123,525 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Oct 2022 121,602 miles

Front tyres 195/65/16 rear tyres 205/65/16

Offside Oil leak, but not excessive Drive shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Sep 2022 121,601 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fuel tank insecure Rear mounting band has been badly damaged. (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front tyres sized at 195/65/16 rear tyres marked at 205/65/16

Fuel tank under tray surround damaged.

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Drive shaft seal. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/65/16 (5.2.3 (e))

TPMS light illuminated.

Pass 22 Sep 2021 114,333 miles

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

Fail 22 Sep 2021 114,331 miles

Emissions NOx sensor obviously defective upstream (8.2.1.1 (a))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Sep 2020 92,359 miles

fuel tank and bracket damaged

Fail 15 Sep 2020 92,359 miles

Windscreen in such a condition that visibility through swept area is seriously affected large crack in screen (3.2 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

fuel tank and bracket damaged

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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EN05 OLY is a 2017 Mercedes-benz Vito in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 46.2%.

Across all 2017 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 86,763 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 EN05 OLY, 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 9 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vito is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EN05 OLY registered?

EN05 OLY is a 2017 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 27 September 2017.

Is EN05 OLY safe to buy?

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