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SF05 VEX

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

270,094 mi
Last recorded270,094 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2010
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF05 VEX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 12 Aug 2010 270,094 miles

condensation inside o/s headlamp

slight blow middle silencer on seam

Pass 5 Aug 2009 227,209 miles

front brake pads getting down

rear tyres 3mm

Pass 15 Aug 2008 184,255 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 117,735 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2006 57,616 miles

front brake pads getting down

front discs wearing

handbrake foot pedal nearing no reserve travel

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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SF05 VEX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SF05 VEX, 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

How do I check the history of SF05 VEX?

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What year was SF05 VEX registered?

SF05 VEX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 19 August 2005.

Is SF05 VEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF05 VEX shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SF05 VEX have outstanding finance?

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