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GL05 YOT

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

139,352 mi
Last recorded139,352 miles
Recorded on18 May 2019
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL05 YOT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2019 139,352 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Nearside & Offside (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 17 May 2019 139,352 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Nearside & Offside (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2018 119,799 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2018 119,799 miles

Front Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

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

Pass 12 Oct 2016 98,701 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 91,829 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2014 88,699 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2014 88,699 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 1 Jul 2013 82,830 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 75,295 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 67,528 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 56,822 miles

both front roll bar drop links worn

nearside rear wheel rim damaged

Pass 29 Jul 2009 73,386 miles

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

o/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 8 Aug 2008 56,889 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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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GL05 YOT is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 GL05 YOT, 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 GL05 YOT registered?

GL05 YOT is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 12 August 2005.

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