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H16 JFL

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

Orange Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2019
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

41,368 mi
Last recorded41,368 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2018
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH16 JFL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2018 41,368 miles

Front disc backplates rusty and insecure

Fail 6 Jun 2018 41,368 miles

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

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Front disc backplates rusty and insecure

Pass 8 Jul 2011 35,715 miles

air bag light staying on

o/s mirror glass broken

Fail 7 Jul 2011 35,715 miles

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

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

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

air bag light staying on

o/s mirror glass broken

Pass 16 Jun 2010 30,929 miles

Offside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

both front verticle link suspension arms rubber gaitors insecure

mirror cover n/s missing

o/s mirror glass cracked but funtion not impaired

Pass 9 Jul 2009 27,909 miles

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

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

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

o/s/r reflector cracked

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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H16 JFL is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in Orange with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 H16 JFL, 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 H16 JFL registered?

H16 JFL is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 27 January 2005.

Is H16 JFL safe to buy?

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