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FG54 LLX

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

164,292 mi
Last recorded164,292 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG54 LLX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2026 164,292 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive both o/s and n/s (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

vehicle undersealed

Fail 13 Aug 2026 164,289 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

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

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both ns and os (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

vehicle undersealed

Pass 16 Jul 2025 147,574 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal nearside and offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))

underbody undersealed

Pass 21 Jul 2020 144,569 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2020 144,569 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2019 140,494 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2018 135,835 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2018 135,831 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Sep 2017 126,698 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 111,760 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 95,868 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 88,484 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2014 88,484 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 Aug 2013 86,239 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2013 86,239 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2012 83,882 miles

n/s/f screen slight damage outside swept area

n/s/r tyre outer treads wear

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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FG54 LLX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 FG54 LLX, 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 FG54 LLX registered?

FG54 LLX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 31 December 2005.

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