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LX55 TOU

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

120,048 mi
Last recorded120,048 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX55 TOU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 120,048 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 27 Jan 2025 118,585 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Jan 2025 118,585 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2024 113,826 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light both sides (4.5.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2023 110,174 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both front & rear plates (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Feb 2022 108,194 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear pipes rusty (1.1.11 (c))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both reg. plates front and rear (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Feb 2021 104,229 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Jan 2020 100,580 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 28 Jan 2019 96,989 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded by connection to flexible hose (marked) (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded by connection to flexible hose (marked) (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 28 Jan 2019 96,989 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded by connection to flexible hose (marked) (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded by connection to flexible hose (marked) (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Jan 2018 90,603 miles

Central Lower Gearbox mounting defective ()

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both nearside & offside (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 28 Jan 2017 84,860 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 76,809 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 72,316 miles

advise front and rear number plate

Pass 3 Oct 2013 69,022 miles

advise both front vtyres wear outter edge

Pass 25 Sep 2012 60,090 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 19 Sep 2011 53,405 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 45,868 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 35,972 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 32,006 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2008 32,006 miles

Nearside Rear 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.

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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LX55 TOU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 LX55 TOU, 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 LX55 TOU?

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What year was LX55 TOU registered?

LX55 TOU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 5 September 2005.

Is LX55 TOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX55 TOU shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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