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SN05 FDF

2005 Mercedes-benz Vario

Beige Diesel 4250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

187,730 mi
Last recorded187,730 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vario90,649 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN05 FDF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVario
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,250cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 187,730 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front sight play in kingpin

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Fail 1 Oct 2025 187,717 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Axle king pin is loose in the axle beam (5.1.2 (d) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front sight play in kingpin

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2024 182,190 miles

Offside Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Fail 1 Oct 2024 182,183 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached all rears, bolts loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Braking system leaking rear air tank (1.1.3 (d))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side very poor (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached shock loose on bolt (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Upper Seat belt anchorage loose bolt loose (7.1.1 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers likely to become detached upper nut missing / bolt loose (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Steering linkage lightly rubbing drag link rubbing shock absorbers (2.1.4 (a))

Offside Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam both front (5.1.2 (c) (i))

front tyres rubbing springs when on lock driving on forecourt

incorrect bulbs fitted in tail lights

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Vario?

Based on 6,027 MOT tests across 549 vehicles.

76.2%
Pass Rate
14,839
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
549
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 86
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 69
Registration plate lamp not working 65
position lamp(s) not working 50
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm 49
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SN05 FDF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vario in Beige with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz Vario models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 90,649 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 Vario fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SN05 FDF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Vario typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 21 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vario is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SN05 FDF registered?

SN05 FDF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vario, first registered on 8 March 2005.

Is SN05 FDF safe to buy?

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