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RA05 ZRN

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

314,950 mi
Last recorded314,950 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA05 ZRN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 314,950 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

under body corroded

Pass 16 May 2025 182,619 miles

Offside sill corroded

Offside sill corroded

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

underbody corroded

Pass 7 May 2024 168,425 miles

Nearside sill becoming corroded

Offside sill becoming corroded

Pass 20 May 2023 151,823 miles

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

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

Pass 3 May 2022 133,054 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 3 May 2022 133,054 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2021 120,338 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 115,789 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 2 Jul 2019 115,789 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (by connection to flexible hose) (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (broken) (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2018 110,928 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2018 110,928 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2017 107,836 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 99,480 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2016 99,480 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2015 84,895 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 76,710 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front bumper insecure

Pass 2 Jul 2013 69,224 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 18 Jun 2012 59,594 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 27 Jun 2011 50,934 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2011 50,934 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Jun 2010 37,124 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2009 26,688 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2008 18,119 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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RA05 ZRN is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 RA05 ZRN, 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

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What year was RA05 ZRN registered?

RA05 ZRN is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 24 June 2005.

Is RA05 ZRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA05 ZRN shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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