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KU05 FMV

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

117,488 mi
Last recorded117,488 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2024
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU05 FMV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2024 117,488 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 10 May 2021 115,284 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both front (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

corrosion both sides inner sill

Pass 26 Sep 2019 114,898 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all four (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both front (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing splits on inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear in places (1.1.11 (c))

corrosion on both outer sills

Fail 26 Sep 2019 114,898 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all four (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both front (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing splits on inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear in places (1.1.11 (c))

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

corrosion on both outer sills

Pass 22 Sep 2018 113,803 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 110,974 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 109,286 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 105,211 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2014 101,929 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 96,720 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 92,510 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 84,916 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 70,327 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 49,428 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 40,592 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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KU05 FMV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 KU05 FMV, 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 KU05 FMV registered?

KU05 FMV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is KU05 FMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU05 FMV shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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