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K9 STB

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Dec 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

53,564 mi
Last recorded53,564 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK9 STB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 53,564 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2024 52,924 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2024 52,916 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Dec 2023 52,414 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Dec 2022 51,803 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

rear differential leaking

rear washer not working

Fail 15 Dec 2022 51,793 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

rear differential leaking

rear washer not working

Pass 14 Dec 2021 50,482 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 14 Dec 2021 50,479 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Dec 2020 48,942 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2019 47,160 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 45,525 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2017 43,833 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit center of tread and cracking 195/65/16c (4.1.E.1)

Fail 8 Dec 2017 43,833 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit center of tread and cracking 195/65/16c (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Dec 2016 40,917 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges

engine covers fitted

Pass 12 Dec 2015 37,897 miles

engine covers fitted

n/s/r tyre cracking in tread

Pass 10 Dec 2014 35,016 miles

Hub caps fitted - Retainers not checked

Nearside rear tyre is starting to crack within the tread

Offside front tyre is starting to crack within the tread

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Dec 2013 31,829 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

wheel trims fitted

Pass 12 Dec 2012 28,499 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 12 Dec 2011 25,126 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2011 25,126 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 11 Dec 2010 20,982 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

o/s/f n/s/f tyres are wearing unevenly. advise wheel alignment be checked

Pass 19 Dec 2009 16,613 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 13,016 miles

n/s/f tyre feathering on outer edge

o/s/f tyre worn badly on outer edge

rear tyres feathering on inner edges

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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K9 STB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 K9 STB, 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

How do I check the history of K9 STB?

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What year was K9 STB registered?

K9 STB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 30 December 2005.

Is K9 STB safe to buy?

The MOT history for K9 STB shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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