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RF05 WKR

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2023
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

160,699 mi
Last recorded160,699 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2022
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF05 WKR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2022 160,699 miles

parking brake has little reserve travel

Fail 4 Feb 2022 160,699 miles

Coil spring fractured or broken n/s front and both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

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

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

parking brake has little reserve travel

Pass 5 Feb 2020 148,691 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking slightly on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 5 Feb 2020 148,691 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect due to product on lens (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking slightly on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Sep 2018 138,656 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2018 138,656 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 13 Mar 2017 138,141 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2017 138,141 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Feb 2016 126,723 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 110,596 miles

indicator/wiper stalk worn.

rear number plate deteriating.

slight oil leak on engine.

Pass 19 Jul 2013 97,383 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 85,979 miles
Fail 17 May 2012 85,979 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2011 75,022 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

slight play in nearside and offside front anti-roll bar bushes

Fail 11 May 2011 75,022 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

slight play in nearside and offside front anti-roll bar bushes

Pass 28 Jun 2010 65,269 miles

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

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

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

Fail 28 Jun 2010 65,269 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2009 52,342 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2008 42,440 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2008 42,440 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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RF05 WKR is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 RF05 WKR, 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 RF05 WKR registered?

RF05 WKR is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 28 April 2005.

Is RF05 WKR safe to buy?

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