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GF55 YUK

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

177,162 mi
Last recorded177,162 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2021
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF55 YUK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2021 177,162 miles

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

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both fronts (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Apr 2021 177,162 miles

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

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both fronts (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2020 162,304 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 148,568 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2019 148,568 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2018 199,563 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 187,475 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2015 172,936 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2014 154,703 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 136,397 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 120,831 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 103,311 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 84,867 miles

wear in front anti-roll bar mounting bushes

wear in offside front anti-roll bar link ball joint

Pass 1 Dec 2009 69,706 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2008 46,454 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2008 46,454 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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 YUK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 YUK, 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 GF55 YUK registered?

GF55 YUK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 21 December 2005.

Is GF55 YUK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF55 YUK shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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