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KU55 GZD

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2020
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

187,556 mi
Last recorded187,556 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2020
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU55 GZD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Fail 23 Sep 2020 187,556 miles

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced Both front (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected subframe (2.1.2 (e) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Sep 2019 179,245 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 12 Sep 2019 179,245 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded engine bay, abs pump to n/s/f (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Sep 2018 170,170 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2018 170,169 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 19 Sep 2017 160,599 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2016 151,231 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2016 151,059 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear front parts (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2015 142,192 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2015 142,188 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2014 129,698 miles

Brake pad warning light on.

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)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 15 Sep 2014 129,678 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Brake pad warning light on.

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)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 18 Sep 2013 118,174 miles

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

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

brake pad warning light on.

Pass 18 Sep 2013 118,174 miles

brake pad warning light on.

Pass 14 Sep 2012 105,608 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2011 96,461 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2010 85,146 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 65,340 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 47,985 miles

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

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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KU55 GZD is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 KU55 GZD, 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 KU55 GZD registered?

KU55 GZD is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 16 November 2005.

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