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LM05 HZN

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

205,937 mi
Last recorded205,937 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2022
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM05 HZN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Fail 28 Mar 2022 205,937 miles

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

Offside All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 202,212 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2020 202,212 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2019 194,380 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 May 2018 186,277 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 8 May 2017 179,899 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 173,528 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 165,415 miles

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Slight oil leak from the engine

Pass 3 Mar 2014 153,475 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2013 150,610 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 146,480 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 127,117 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 180,172 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 89,899 miles

both front flexy brake hoses perrishing

n\s\f tyre has cut on side wall not showing cord

o\s\f inner edge of wheel rim damaged

o\s\f side repeater discoloured

Pass 22 Aug 2008 68,632 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 45,226 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 21,736 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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LM05 HZN is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 LM05 HZN, 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 LM05 HZN registered?

LM05 HZN is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 24 August 2005.

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