MOT Status
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249,607 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
handbrake performance low both sides
wear on propshaft front uj and rear uj
Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
handbrake performance low
Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
handbrake performance low
Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
corrosion at front not within prescribed area
slight wear offside roll bar link
rear tyres perished
Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
rear tyres perished
Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
wear on nearside front roll bar link
Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
wear on nearside front roll bar link
wear on nearside front roll bar link
Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Oil leak
bonding worn inside steering wheel
nearside tyre rear in poor condition
Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Power steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)
Oil leak
bonding worn inside steering wheel
nearside tyre rear in poor condition
bonding worn inside steering wheel
Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
bonding worn inside steering wheel
condensation in offside headlamp/indicator assembly
long travel on park brake pedal
offside electric window inoperative
offside front sidelamp dim
oil leak from offside rear drive shaft seal
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Vito?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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SO05 CVJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.
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 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 SO05 CVJ, 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 SO05 CVJ registered?
SO05 CVJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 24 June 2005.
Is SO05 CVJ safe to buy?
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