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V505 GDT

1999 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

300,216 mi
Last recorded300,216 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2014
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Vito117,280 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV505 GDT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2014 300,216 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 280,733 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 261,355 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

Fail 9 Jul 2012 261,329 miles

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

Fail 4 Jul 2011 242,539 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 4 Jul 2011 242,539 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Jul 2010 225,869 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2009 211,185 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

clutch pedal rubber missing. brakepedal rubber wearing on edge.

Pass 5 Aug 2009 211,185 miles

clutch pedal rubber missing. brakepedal rubber wearing on edge.

Pass 28 Aug 2008 182,075 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2008

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

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 23 Aug 2007 143,417 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2007 143,295 miles

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Aug 2006 108,769 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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V505 GDT is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1999 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.0% with a typical mileage of 117,280 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 V505 GDT, 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 27 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vito is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V505 GDT registered?

V505 GDT is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V505 GDT safe to buy?

The MOT history for V505 GDT shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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