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FG05 BFN

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

63,830 mi
Last recorded63,830 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG05 BFN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 63,830 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2026 63,830 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Jul 2025 62,613 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 9 Jul 2024 61,354 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 59,899 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2023 59,898 miles

Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2022 58,805 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 57,631 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2021 57,631 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 2 Jul 2020 56,613 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2020 56,613 miles

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced both (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 13 Mar 2019 55,167 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 54,729 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 52,975 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 51,555 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2016 51,555 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 12 May 2015 50,699 miles

N/S REAR TYRE SIDE WALL DETERIORATED

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 May 2014 49,415 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 48,490 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 46,995 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 45,502 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 40,884 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 39,488 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 35,997 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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FG05 BFN is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 FG05 BFN, 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 FG05 BFN registered?

FG05 BFN is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 16 March 2005.

Is FG05 BFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG05 BFN shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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