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SP05 WDX

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

215,609 mi
Last recorded215,609 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2021
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP05 WDX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2021 215,609 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

underbody corroded

Fail 2 Feb 2021 215,609 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

underbody corroded

Pass 10 Feb 2020 208,834 miles

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

Service brake binding but not excessively nearside front and offside front (1.2.1 (f))

offside rear bearing not tested due to binding brake

Fail 10 Feb 2020 208,834 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Service brake binding but not excessively nearside front and offside front (1.2.1 (f))

offside rear bearing not tested due to binding brake

Pass 4 Feb 2019 198,951 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 187,407 miles

advise underside of van corroded but outwith prescribed area

Fail 5 Jun 2017 187,407 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

advise underside of van corroded but outwith prescribed area

Pass 6 May 2016 168,951 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 153,452 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 153,174 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 141,707 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 125,034 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 107,152 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 86,358 miles

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 6 May 2009 72,791 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2009 72,751 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2008 54,946 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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SP05 WDX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 SP05 WDX, 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 SP05 WDX registered?

SP05 WDX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 3 May 2005.

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