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GF55 JVJ

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

167,518 mi
Last recorded167,518 miles
Recorded on24 May 2017
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF55 JVJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 May 2017 167,518 miles

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

all brake discs corroded slightly

drivers seat belt lock cover missing

Fail 22 May 2017 167,515 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt ball joint worn (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage lamp (6.1.C.1)

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

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

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

all brake discs corroded slightly

drivers seat belt lock cover missing

Pass 13 Jan 2016 164,358 miles

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

Fuel flap missing

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear exhaust corroded

Pass 10 Jan 2015 135,401 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

windscreen cracked but not materially affecting drivers view of the road

Fail 17 Jan 2014 114,381 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

n/s/f light lens damaged

o/s/f seatbelt catch cover missing(works ok)

rear reg plate deteriorated

Pass 17 Jan 2014 114,381 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

n/s/f light lens damaged

o/s/f seatbelt catch cover missing(works ok)

rear reg plate deteriorated

Fail 18 Jan 2013 164,882 miles

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

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

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

front discs pitting

n/s/f flasher lens damaged

rear discs bad pitting

Pass 18 Jan 2013 164,882 miles

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

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

front discs pitting

n/s/f flasher lens damaged

rear discs bad pitting

Pass 18 Jan 2012 86,350 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 16 Jan 2012 86,350 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Jan 2011 69,419 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2009 53,931 miles

Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Nov 2008 38,256 miles

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

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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GF55 JVJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 GF55 JVJ, 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 GF55 JVJ registered?

GF55 JVJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 14 November 2005.

Is GF55 JVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF55 JVJ shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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