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VT04 FUN

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

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Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVT04 FUN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Fail 15 Oct 2025

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 11 Oct 2024

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Sides (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Oct 2023 209,184 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022
Pass 13 Oct 2021

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2020

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside and offside front jacking points slightly corroded

Pass 28 Mar 2019 180,648 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 162,008 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 151,851 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2016 140,257 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 119,350 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 99,559 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 10 Oct 2012 88,052 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 13 Oct 2011 79,138 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2010 69,087 miles

off/side front tyre not being completly covered by wing

Pass 1 Oct 2009 52,077 miles

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

Fail 30 Sep 2009 52,077 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Oct 2008 36,642 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Oct 2008 36,642 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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VT04 FUN is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 VT04 FUN, 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

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What year was VT04 FUN registered?

VT04 FUN is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 28 October 2005.

Is VT04 FUN safe to buy?

The MOT history for VT04 FUN shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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