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GK05 UZL

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

120,082 mi
Last recorded120,082 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2017
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK05 UZL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2017 120,082 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2017 120,078 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Feb 2016 107,227 miles

brake pad warning light on dash

no park brake tell tail light on dash

Fail 29 Feb 2016 107,227 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault abs light on dash (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault esp light on dash (3.4.1c)

brake pad warning light on dash

no park brake tell tail light on dash

Pass 28 Feb 2015 94,237 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2015 94,237 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Feb 2014 83,163 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 72,269 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

brake warning sensor on

differential oil leak

o/s/r coil spring bottom incomplete but still seated in spring mount

slight mist of diesel located around diesel filter

Pass 1 Mar 2012 60,928 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 50,753 miles

Both wiper blades slight inefficiency

Fluctuating brake readings from nearside front and nearside rear brakes

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

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

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

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

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

Nearside front tyre cracking inner sidewall

Pass 5 Feb 2010 40,998 miles

rear shocks damp and week

Pass 3 Dec 2008 31,012 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

parking brake travel

slight oil leak from rear diff

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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GK05 UZL is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GK05 UZL, 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 GK05 UZL registered?

GK05 UZL is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 11 March 2005.

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The MOT history for GK05 UZL shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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