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KF05 SBX

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

193,637 mi
Last recorded193,637 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2020
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKF05 SBX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2020 193,637 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 189,565 miles

all brake disks corroded

all brake pipes corroded

Fail 22 Mar 2019 189,565 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))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

all brake disks corroded

all brake pipes corroded

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

Fail 12 May 2017 189,463 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 11 Apr 2016 172,772 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 161,631 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 152,129 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 140,275 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 128,956 miles

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

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

both rear lamp lenses cracked

nearside front tyre worn on edges

Pass 12 Apr 2011 121,668 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2011 121,631 miles

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Apr 2010 115,937 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

slight damage to o/s/r lens

Pass 15 Apr 2009 109,389 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 98,788 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2008 98,788 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Inner Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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KF05 SBX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 KF05 SBX, 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

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What year was KF05 SBX registered?

KF05 SBX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 15 April 2005.

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