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KU05 FMZ

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

253,644 mi
Last recorded253,644 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU05 FMZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2018 253,644 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded within wheel arch area (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded by brake flexi-hose (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion inner sill (6.1.B.2)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion offside and nearside chassis rails (6.1.B.2)

Pass 16 Feb 2017 241,199 miles

Central Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load outer casing missing (5.2.4a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 15 Feb 2017 241,198 miles

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

Central Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load outer casing missing (5.2.4a)

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

Nearside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

Offside Front tyre has nail or screw in it

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Feb 2016 222,433 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2015 202,854 miles

witness of brake fluid o/s front vehicle area ( dripping ) no evidence of a leak

Pass 21 Feb 2014 184,018 miles

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

Fail 20 Feb 2014 184,013 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Pass 13 Feb 2013 258,369 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2012 147,663 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 130,044 miles

off side front tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 8 Feb 2011 130,024 miles

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

off side front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 25 Feb 2010 112,879 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2009 91,866 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2009 91,866 miles

Front registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 29 Feb 2008 67,558 miles

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

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

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

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

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 FMZ 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 73.3%.

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 FMZ, 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 FMZ registered?

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

Is KU05 FMZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU05 FMZ shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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