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FL05 ULC

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

165,000 mi
Last recorded165,000 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2014
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL05 ULC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2014 165,000 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 357,956 miles

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

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 1 Jun 2013 357,956 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 May 2012 310,168 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

brakepad wear indicator lamp illuminated

Pass 20 Apr 2011 273,313 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 273,313 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 11 May 2010 148,694 miles
Fail 11 May 2010 148,694 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 3 Apr 2009 121,893 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 96,333 miles

advisery ; n/s/rear light lense cracked

Pass 3 May 2007 66,345 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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FL05 ULC 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 72.7%.

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 FL05 ULC, 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 FL05 ULC registered?

FL05 ULC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 12 April 2005.

Is FL05 ULC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL05 ULC shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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