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HT05 DFV

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

Maroon Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

278,372 mi
Last recorded278,372 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT05 DFV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourMaroon
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2018 278,372 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear sections (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

rear tailgate corroded

Fail 28 Jun 2018 278,362 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen both (4.1.2 (a))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear sections (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

rear tailgate corroded

Pass 14 Jun 2017 261,118 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

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

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

Offside parking brake performance low

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion both rear sections (6.1.A.1)

rear tailgate corroded

Fail 14 Jun 2017 261,118 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside parking brake performance low

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion both rear sections (6.1.A.1)

rear tailgate corroded

Pass 21 Jun 2016 249,672 miles

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

rear loading door corroded

Pass 9 Jul 2015 237,561 miles

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

corrosion on rear load door

Pass 11 Jul 2014 219,805 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Coolant leak

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

nearside rear fog light lens damaged

Fail 11 Jul 2014 219,794 miles

Centre Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Coolant leak

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

nearside rear fog light lens damaged

Pass 10 Jul 2013 198,882 miles

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

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 176,128 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 152,164 miles

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

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

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

offside mirror cover loose

Pass 1 Jul 2010 128,986 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 101,641 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 72,272 miles

front pads low

rear tyres low

wear on front discs

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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HT05 DFV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in Maroon 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 HT05 DFV, 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 HT05 DFV registered?

HT05 DFV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 5 July 2005.

Is HT05 DFV safe to buy?

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