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SW55 FFU

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

262,667 mi
Last recorded262,667 miles
Recorded on24 Dec 2018
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW55 FFU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Dec 2018 262,667 miles

headlamps have product on lens

Fail 21 Dec 2018 262,660 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

headlamps have product on lens

Pass 21 Dec 2017 254,614 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 247,431 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 244,202 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2014 229,543 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2014 229,543 miles

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Dec 2013 210,707 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 193,842 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 170,002 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2010 145,903 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2009 125,251 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2008 97,021 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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SW55 FFU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 SW55 FFU, 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

How do I check the history of SW55 FFU?

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What year was SW55 FFU registered?

SW55 FFU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 29 December 2005.

Is SW55 FFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW55 FFU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SW55 FFU have outstanding finance?

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