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HY05 XVF

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

114,043 mi
Last recorded114,043 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY05 XVF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2017 114,043 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Exhaust emits visible black smoke at idle (7.4.A.1)

Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Outer Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 20 Aug 2017 114,043 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Exhaust emits visible black smoke at idle (7.4.A.1)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Outer Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 13 Apr 2016 113,476 miles

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both side (2.4.A.3)

Fail 13 Apr 2016 113,476 miles

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both side (2.4.A.3)

Pass 4 Aug 2014 95,023 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in offside front tyre

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

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

Fail 4 Aug 2014 95,023 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in offside front tyre

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 May 2013 90,344 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 80,623 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2011 75,029 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2011 75,029 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Feb 2010 63,741 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2009 50,454 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 40,900 miles

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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HY05 XVF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 HY05 XVF, 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 HY05 XVF registered?

HY05 XVF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is HY05 XVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY05 XVF shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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