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SXI 2987

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

121,018 mi
Last recorded121,018 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2018
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSXI 2987
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2018 121,018 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 120,668 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 120,470 miles

front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges

Fail 4 Jul 2016 120,470 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges

Pass 1 Jun 2015 109,487 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

injector leaking exhaust gas

Pass 30 May 2014 103,336 miles

Bonnet release damaged, but opens bonnet.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside rear tyre worn on both outer edges

Fail 30 May 2014 103,336 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Front registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Bonnet release damaged, but opens bonnet.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside rear tyre worn on both outer edges

Pass 31 May 2013 97,875 miles
Fail 31 May 2013 97,875 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Jun 2012 91,380 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 82,588 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 75,500 miles
Fail 25 May 2010 75,373 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 13 May 2009 64,028 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 56,167 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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SXI 2987 is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 SXI 2987, 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 SXI 2987?

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What year was SXI 2987 registered?

SXI 2987 is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 27 April 2005.

Is SXI 2987 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SXI 2987 shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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