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SW54 CXL

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2014
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

152,344 mi
Last recorded152,344 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2013
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW54 CXL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2013 152,344 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Aug 2012 131,638 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2012 131,636 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Centre Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2011 110,577 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 91,989 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2010 91,989 miles

Centre Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Jul 2009 45,106 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2009 45,074 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 34,424 miles

nearside rear light damaged

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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SW54 CXL is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SW54 CXL, 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 SW54 CXL registered?

SW54 CXL is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 3 February 2005.

Is SW54 CXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW54 CXL shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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