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R1 KXA

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2022
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

186,247 mi
Last recorded186,247 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2023
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR1 KXA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Fail 19 Jun 2023 186,247 miles

Nearside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Central Prop shaft joint so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Nov 2021 181,034 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Offside Front outrigger corroded and holed

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Dec 2020 174,737 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Fail 7 Dec 2020 174,449 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Mar 2020 167,664 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 159,402 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2019 159,402 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Mar 2018 150,160 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 141,903 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2017 141,868 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2016 129,424 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 116,530 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2015 116,530 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 3 Mar 2014 102,856 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 89,551 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 76,425 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 63,554 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 51,078 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 43,754 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2008 40,625 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Mar 2008 40,625 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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R1 KXA is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R1 KXA, 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 R1 KXA registered?

R1 KXA is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 29 March 2005.

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