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FD55 YKE

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2015
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

351,222 mi
Last recorded351,222 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2014
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD55 YKE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2014 351,222 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

SECURITY VEHICLE

Fail 17 Dec 2014 351,222 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

SECURITY VEHICLE

Pass 18 Dec 2013 321,915 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2012 291,584 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 262,794 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2011 262,792 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

front pipe clamp broken

rear brake pads worn low

Pass 25 Nov 2010 227,383 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2010 227,383 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 1 Dec 2009 189,606 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Dec 2009 189,606 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 151,277 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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FD55 YKE is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 FD55 YKE, 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 FD55 YKE registered?

FD55 YKE is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 21 December 2005.

Is FD55 YKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD55 YKE shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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