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SH05 MYR

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH05 MYR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2025

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Jul 2024 221,945 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes coverd in black paint (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 11 Jun 2024 221,995 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an induction leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting front to rear (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting front to rear (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side low (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Jul 2023

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

under side rusty

Pass 23 Jun 2022 214,654 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

underneath corroded

Pass 26 May 2021 211,954 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

underneath rusty

Pass 25 Jun 2020

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

underneath rusty

Pass 28 Jun 2019 206,342 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Inner sill corroded

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

Pass 11 Jun 2018 202,004 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

n/s front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 13 Jun 2017 192,964 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 186,873 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 175,327 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 153,104 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 135,520 miles

brake warning light on

front discs rusty and worn

metal brake pipes rusty

o/s/r tyre on limits

surface corrosion on underside

Fail 11 Jul 2013 135,520 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

brake warning light on

front discs rusty and worn

metal brake pipes rusty

o/s/r tyre on limits

surface corrosion on underside

Pass 11 Aug 2012 127,880 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2011 120,070 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 111,455 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 103,584 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 94,816 miles
Fail 16 May 2008 93,828 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

parking brake requires adjustment or repair (excess travel at footpedal)

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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SH05 MYR is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SH05 MYR, 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 SH05 MYR registered?

SH05 MYR is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 2 June 2005.

Is SH05 MYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH05 MYR shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SH05 MYR have outstanding finance?

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