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KC05 VZX

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

115,269 mi
Last recorded115,269 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC05 VZX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2017 115,269 miles

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 15 Apr 2017 115,269 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 30 Apr 2016 109,397 miles

Front brake disc repaired, but not inappropriately x2 (3.5.1n)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 102,326 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2014 90,510 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 9 Apr 2014 90,510 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 84,620 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2012 71,700 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 71,700 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 57,214 miles

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

Fail 4 May 2011 57,214 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 May 2010 47,600 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 68,277 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 35,195 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 VZX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 VZX, 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 VZX registered?

KC05 VZX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 23 May 2005.

Is KC05 VZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KC05 VZX shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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