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VE54 RAU

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

162,969 mi
Last recorded162,969 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2013
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE54 RAU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2013 162,969 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2013 162,965 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 24 Dec 2012 152,862 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 24 Dec 2012 152,862 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 15 Nov 2011 139,517 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 30 Nov 2010 126,315 miles

Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

offside head lamp condesation

rear brake discs worn

Pass 21 Nov 2009 100,785 miles

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

slight play in offside rack end

spare tyre bold outer edge

Pass 4 Dec 2008 77,917 miles

Oil leak

Pass 10 Dec 2007 50,958 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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VE54 RAU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 VE54 RAU, 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 VE54 RAU?

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What year was VE54 RAU registered?

VE54 RAU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 4 January 2005.

Is VE54 RAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE54 RAU shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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