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FL55 YWY

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

Purple Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2016
Tests14 (7 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

141,556 mi
Last recorded141,556 miles
Recorded on24 Dec 2015
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL55 YWY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

7 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Dec 2015 141,556 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2015 141,855 miles

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

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part insecure (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Electrical wiring insecure abs wires (1.9.2a)

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

Nearside Front Road wheel fractured (4.2.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

o/s rack gaiter twisted

o/s/f inner door card and handle missing(cable used to open the door)

centre propshaft universal joints worn excesivly

Pass 25 Jul 2014 124,118 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Fail 11 Jul 2014 123,803 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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

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

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

Centre stop lamp not working

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

offside rear brake binding slightly

rear brake discs heavily worn / corroded

Pass 15 Oct 2012 91,515 miles

high level brake light not working

Fail 15 Oct 2012 91,515 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

high level brake light not working

Pass 28 Oct 2011 81,534 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2011 81,496 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Nov 2010 69,845 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2010 69,844 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Oct 2009 58,038 miles

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

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

both front tyres worn on outer edge

Fail 29 Oct 2009 57,997 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

both front tyres worn on outer edge

Pass 13 Oct 2008 42,723 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2008 42,459 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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FL55 YWY is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in Purple with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 FL55 YWY, 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 FL55 YWY registered?

FL55 YWY is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 24 October 2005.

Is FL55 YWY safe to buy?

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