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KV05 SXS

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2013
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

111,557 mi
Last recorded111,557 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2012
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV05 SXS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2012 111,557 miles

both front wiper blades split slightly.

brake warning light present on dash.

nearside front wheel rim damaged slightly.

nearside rear tyre cracking up.

offside rear tyre tread low, 3mm.

slight imbalance on front brakes.

vehicle underbody getting rusty.

Fail 11 Oct 2012 111,557 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front wiper blades split slightly.

brake warning light present on dash.

nearside front wheel rim damaged slightly.

nearside rear tyre cracking up.

offside front tyre tread worn on inside edge.

offside rear tyre tread low, 3mm.

slight imbalance on front brakes.

vehicle underbody getting rusty.

Fail 13 Oct 2011 98,421 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

brake and clutch pedal anti-slip wearing smooth

brake pad warning light on but not affecting brake performance

slight play in both steering arms

Pass 13 Oct 2011 98,421 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

brake and clutch pedal anti-slip wearing smooth

brake pad warning light on but not affecting brake performance

slight play in both steering arms

Pass 18 Oct 2010 88,237 miles

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

front and rear brake discs have surface rust on them

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

n/s/r tyre has small cut to sidewall

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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KV05 SXS is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 KV05 SXS, 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

How do I check the history of KV05 SXS?

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What year was KV05 SXS registered?

KV05 SXS is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 1 April 2005.

Is KV05 SXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV05 SXS shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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