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ND55 XBJ

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

Maroon Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

265,225 mi
Last recorded265,225 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationND55 XBJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourMaroon
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2019 265,225 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

body corroding

bonnet hard to open

Fail 2 Aug 2019 265,225 miles

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

body corroding

bonnet hard to open

Pass 7 Aug 2018 257,218 miles

Brake warning light on

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security All Lower (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Fail 6 Aug 2018 257,216 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Bonnet primary retaining device excessively deteriorated (3.1 (c))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Headlamps matched pair incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen lens misted (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side low effort (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flex (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged Hose insecure (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen lens misted (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side low effort (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flex (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rears behind tank (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake warning light on

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security All Lower (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Pass 18 May 2017 235,717 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2016 217,259 miles

Centre Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Engine covers/Under trays fitted

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

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

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

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

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 10 Mar 2015 212,090 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2014 193,354 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

exhaust clamp missing

Fail 30 Apr 2014 193,353 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

exhaust clamp missing

Pass 12 Feb 2013 160,756 miles

Centre Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 25 Feb 2012 132,467 miles

Centre Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 3 Feb 2011 102,245 miles

Centre Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 4 Dec 2009 66,263 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2008 47,152 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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ND55 XBJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in Maroon with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 ND55 XBJ, 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 ND55 XBJ registered?

ND55 XBJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 19 October 2005.

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