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FIB 9904

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

128,230 mi
Last recorded128,230 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFIB 9904
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 128,230 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced All underbody (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 10 Jul 2026 128,230 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced All underbody (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 May 2025 127,509 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2024 126,068 miles

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Underbody welding (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 11 May 2023 122,659 miles
Fail 6 May 2023 122,656 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2022 121,005 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 26 Feb 2021 119,536 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 116,514 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 115,521 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 111,235 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 106,739 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 102,666 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 94,603 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2014 94,603 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Jul 2013 84,409 miles

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

Fail 4 Jul 2013 84,409 miles

Centre Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 5 Jul 2012 75,269 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2012 75,269 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 6 Jul 2011 65,360 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear wiper inop

rear wiper not clearing effectively

Fail 4 Jul 2011 65,359 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear wiper inop

rear wiper not clearing effectively

Pass 2 Jul 2010 54,869 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2010 54,869 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 30 Jun 2009 45,303 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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FIB 9904 is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 FIB 9904, 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 FIB 9904 registered?

FIB 9904 is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 30 December 2005.

Is FIB 9904 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FIB 9904 shows 24 tests with a 70.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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