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RN05 FSL

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

196,197 mi
Last recorded196,197 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN05 FSL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2019 196,197 miles

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Feb 2018 185,055 miles

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

Nearside DOOR MIRROR CRACKED

Offside Outer Body has slight corrosion SILL (6.1.B.2)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 24 Feb 2018 185,055 miles

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

Nearside DOOR MIRROR CRACKED

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Outer Body has slight corrosion SILL (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 28 Feb 2017 170,059 miles

Nearside obligatory indirect vision device damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 2 Dec 2015 152,781 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2015 152,781 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 4 Dec 2014 165,113 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Dec 2014 165,113 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2013 126,689 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 120,842 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 110,189 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 91,488 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2009 51,413 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 49,581 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 37,064 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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RN05 FSL is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RN05 FSL, 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 RN05 FSL registered?

RN05 FSL is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 27 July 2005.

Is RN05 FSL safe to buy?

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