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KJ05 MVM

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

Maroon Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

219,137 mi
Last recorded219,137 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ05 MVM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourMaroon
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2020 219,137 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2019 339,631 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Oct 2019 339,631 miles

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

Brake lever not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected releasing handle damaged (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view door mirror (3.3 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view door mirror (3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring mounting insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2018 324,104 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Nov 2017 194,063 miles

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

Fail 28 Nov 2017 194,063 miles

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

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Pass 28 Nov 2016 184,902 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 168,257 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2014 156,166 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Nov 2014 156,166 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 232,966 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2012 218,298 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 22 Nov 2011 199,235 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 27 Nov 2010 176,233 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2009 95,553 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 81,836 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 21 Jun 2008 77,519 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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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KJ05 MVM is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in Maroon with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 KJ05 MVM, 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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KJ05 MVM is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 14 March 2005.

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