MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
182,166 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
front windscreen has chip x 2
oil leaks
x 2 rear coil springs are corroded
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Oil leak ()
Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)
Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Oil leak ()
oil leak
Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
oil leak
brake pads very low n/s/r.
high level brake light not working.
wipers smearing.
Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
brake pads very low n/s/r.
high level brake light not working.
wipers smearing.
n/s/front and o/s/front d bushes worn
Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
n/s/front and o/s/front d bushes worn
Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
Nearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
engine leaking oil
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Vito?
Based on 2,011,702 MOT tests across 164,434 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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LX05 VPL 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 64.7%.
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 LX05 VPL, 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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How do I check the history of LX05 VPL?
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What year was LX05 VPL registered?
LX05 VPL is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 7 March 2005.
Is LX05 VPL safe to buy?
The MOT history for LX05 VPL shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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