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LY05 ORO

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2020
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

140,673 mi
Last recorded140,673 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2019
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY05 ORO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2019 140,673 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2018 129,764 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2018 129,764 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2017 127,381 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 29 Sep 2017 127,381 miles

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2016 121,058 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Inner Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 30 Sep 2016 121,058 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Inner Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 29 Sep 2015 113,271 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Inner cv gaiter deteriorated

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 29 Sep 2015 113,270 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Inner cv gaiter deteriorated

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 30 Sep 2014 107,150 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

n/s/r inner cv gaiter split

Fail 26 Sep 2014 107,123 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

n/s/r inner cv gaiter split

Pass 1 Oct 2013 92,640 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 85,380 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2012 85,380 miles

Outer Front Lower Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Pass 1 Oct 2011 74,090 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 64,289 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 53,501 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 45,010 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 31 Jul 2008 45,010 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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LY05 ORO is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue 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 LY05 ORO, 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 LY05 ORO?

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What year was LY05 ORO registered?

LY05 ORO is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 15 June 2005.

Is LY05 ORO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY05 ORO shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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