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FM05 ABZ

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2023
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

189,808 mi
Last recorded189,808 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2022
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM05 ABZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2022 189,808 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

under components corroded

Fail 7 Nov 2022 189,808 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

under components corroded

Pass 6 Nov 2021 175,181 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all round (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 6 Nov 2021 175,181 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all round (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Nov 2020 259,144 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Front to Rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2019 151,374 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective condensation on inside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective condensation on inside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Nov 2019 151,374 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective condensation on inside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective condensation on inside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2018 143,824 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 136,682 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 130,414 miles

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 26 Jun 2015 124,584 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

glow plug light on

Pass 8 Jul 2014 120,797 miles

Both front tyres worn slightly on inner edge

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 5 Jul 2013 116,899 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 113,783 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 104,662 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2011 104,662 miles

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

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

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Jul 2010 91,483 miles

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

Fail 1 Jul 2010 91,483 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2009 75,933 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2009 75,933 miles

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 Jun 2008 55,813 miles

slight travel from parking brake leaver

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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FM05 ABZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FM05 ABZ, 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 FM05 ABZ registered?

FM05 ABZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 6 July 2005.

Is FM05 ABZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM05 ABZ shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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