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KP55 VFN

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

Purple Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

179,104 mi
Last recorded179,104 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP55 VFN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2018 179,104 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2017 173,950 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 166,990 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 160,159 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 153,608 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 147,534 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2013 147,515 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Pass 6 Nov 2012 140,456 miles

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 2 Nov 2012 140,452 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Nov 2011 129,117 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 121,959 miles

Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 2 Mar 2011 121,959 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Nov 2009 104,489 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 73,987 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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KP55 VFN is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in Purple with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 KP55 VFN, 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 KP55 VFN registered?

KP55 VFN is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 1 November 2005.

Is KP55 VFN safe to buy?

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