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RN05 RKJ

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

849,242 mi
Last recorded849,242 miles
Recorded on27 May 2015
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 May 2015 849,242 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 84,561 miles

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

Fail 22 Aug 2013 84,561 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 3 Aug 2012 78,190 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2012 78,189 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 71,712 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2011 71,712 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar fractured (2.4.G.1)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 5 Aug 2010 63,828 miles

Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 5 Aug 2010 63,826 miles

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

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

Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 23 Jul 2009 52,914 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 42,935 miles

Offside Rear 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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RN05 RKJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 RN05 RKJ, 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 RKJ registered?

RN05 RKJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 29 July 2005.

Is RN05 RKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RN05 RKJ shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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