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RY05 AXD

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

Purple Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

45,097 mi
Last recorded45,097 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY05 AXD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 45,097 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2026 45,097 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Aug 2025 44,924 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 44,366 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2022 40,414 miles

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

all rear seats and seat belts removed

Fail 7 Jun 2022 40,414 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

all rear seats and seat belts removed

Pass 15 Jul 2020 37,313 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Jul 2020 37,312 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2018 35,250 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 34,127 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 33,292 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 32,314 miles

brake pipes above fuel tank

exhaust system corroded

Pass 2 Oct 2014 30,430 miles

brake pipes above fuel tank

Pass 8 Oct 2013 27,995 miles

brake pipes above fuel tank

Pass 9 Oct 2012 24,438 miles

brake pipes above fuel tank

Pass 21 Jul 2011 22,010 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2010 20,035 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

n/s rear tyre worn on outside edge

Pass 15 Jun 2010 20,035 miles

n/s rear tyre worn on outside edge

Pass 19 Jun 2009 17,700 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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RY05 AXD is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in Purple with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 RY05 AXD, 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 RY05 AXD registered?

RY05 AXD is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 20 July 2005.

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