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KC05 VZT

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

Yellow Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

254,093 mi
Last recorded254,093 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2021
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC05 VZT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2021 254,093 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2021 254,093 miles

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

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Sep 2020 233,137 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 21 Sep 2020 233,137 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 16 May 2019 207,497 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 163,478 miles

Body has slight corrosion all over (6.1.B.2)

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.4.A2)

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

N/S rear Tyre has cut but not deep enough to reach ply or cord

Nearside Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both front wipers smeary

brake warning light on (amber)

Pass 13 May 2017 127,205 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

windscreen has damage but not in the view of the driver

Fail 13 May 2017 127,205 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

windscreen has damage but not in the view of the driver

Pass 5 May 2016 112,909 miles

CRACK ALONG BOTTOM OF WINDSREEN

Pass 11 May 2015 111,395 miles

Both wipers smearing slightly

Crack along bottom of windscreen

Pass 10 May 2014 104,547 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2013 98,809 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

areas of exhaust system corroded

nearside front tyre has edge wear

offside door behind drivers outer door handle becoming sticky to open

Fail 15 May 2013 98,784 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

areas of exhaust system corroded

nearside front tyre has edge wear

offside door behind drivers outer door handle becoming sticky to open

Pass 12 May 2012 94,608 miles

both front wipers smearing slightly

oil dampness to offside rear shock

Fail 12 May 2012 94,608 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both front wipers smearing slightly

oil dampness to offside rear shock

Pass 13 May 2011 84,237 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 72,674 miles

Both rear tyres getting low

Pass 15 May 2009 64,221 miles

Nearside front tyre getting low

Pass 12 May 2008 45,684 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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KC05 VZT is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in Yellow with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 KC05 VZT, 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 KC05 VZT registered?

KC05 VZT is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 11 May 2005.

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