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KF55 XJL

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

239,994 mi
Last recorded239,994 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2020
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKF55 XJL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2020 239,994 miles

Both jacking point areas rusty

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material As it runs along inner chassis (1.1.11 (c))

Chip in screen

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

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Nearside & offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Nearside Sliding door damaged and corroded at the bottom

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

Outer sills rusty

Pass 8 Jul 2019 235,614 miles

Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer, jacking point, offside & nearside (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Front Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rusty, as pipe runs through plastic clip, along the inside of the chassis, along the inside of chassis (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rusty, as pipe joins to hose (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rusty, pipe that runs to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 25 Jun 2018 230,116 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material as pipe joins to hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material as pipe runs around the chassis then joins to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

Pass 12 Jun 2017 222,729 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated offside & nearside (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded as pipe runs around chassis section to flexi hose in wheel arch (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded offside & nearside as pipes join to flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 May 2016 214,682 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded pipe that runs to hose (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 May 2015 204,427 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 23 Jan 2015 204,335 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Nearside Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

center propshaft hardy spider worn out

Pass 18 Dec 2013 185,506 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 183,422 miles

all four tyres close to legal limit

Pass 25 Jan 2012 175,839 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 140,961 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 113,323 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)

Pass 25 Nov 2008 102,277 miles

brake pedal rubber worn on edge

nearside headlamp has evidence of condensation occuring, but beam pattern not effected

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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KF55 XJL is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 KF55 XJL, 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 KF55 XJL registered?

KF55 XJL is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 13 December 2005.

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