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EX55 RVK

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

198,079 mi
Last recorded198,079 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2014
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX55 RVK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2014 198,079 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2013 175,375 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 153,050 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2012 153,050 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 8 Feb 2011 126,604 miles

Nearside Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Feb 2010 102,260 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 83,775 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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EX55 RVK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 EX55 RVK, 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 EX55 RVK?

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What year was EX55 RVK registered?

EX55 RVK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 26 September 2005.

Is EX55 RVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX55 RVK shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EX55 RVK have outstanding finance?

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