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KS05 ZDY

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2017
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

130,670 mi
Last recorded130,670 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2016
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS05 ZDY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2016 130,670 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Dec 2016 130,670 miles

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

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Dec 2015 122,898 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

nail in n/s/r tyre

o/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 1 Dec 2015 122,896 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Dec 2014 110,651 miles

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

Offside Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

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

Pass 7 Oct 2013 102,253 miles

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

Fail 7 Oct 2013 102,250 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2012 94,185 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2012 94,181 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2011 83,730 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2011 83,726 miles

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 3 Aug 2010 69,835 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 58,722 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 1 Aug 2008 54,496 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2008 54,496 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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KS05 ZDY 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 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KS05 ZDY, 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 KS05 ZDY registered?

KS05 ZDY is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 4 August 2005.

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