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KU05 FNK

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

227,109 mi
Last recorded227,109 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2017
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU05 FNK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2017 227,109 miles

Front Oil leak ()

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

Offside Rear Outer arch corroded

Pass 10 Mar 2016 193,700 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2015 159,509 miles

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

offside head light is full of condenstion

Fail 12 Mar 2015 159,509 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

offside head light is full of condenstion

Fail 18 Mar 2014 133,059 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 18 Mar 2014 133,059 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 6 Mar 2014 132,077 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Mar 2013 105,668 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 82,103 miles

offside front steering rack boot condition deteriorated

Pass 10 Mar 2011 62,473 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 52,585 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2010 52,585 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 4 Mar 2009 39,190 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 28,425 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 FNK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 KU05 FNK, 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 FNK registered?

KU05 FNK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 11 March 2005.

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The MOT history for KU05 FNK shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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