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VX05 PZE

2005 Mercedes-benz Vario

Red Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

211,618 mi
Last recorded211,618 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2021
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vario90,649 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX05 PZE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVario
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2021 211,618 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 207,299 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 196,250 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 181,779 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 163,346 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 142,113 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 119,706 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 1 Apr 2014 104,594 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2013 92,303 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Apr 2013 92,303 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 80,669 miles

N/side front tyre sidewall worn

Fail 2 Apr 2012 80,669 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

N/side front tyre sidewall worn

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 6 Apr 2011 66,839 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 55,230 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 42,220 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2009 42,220 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.1.B.2a)

Offside Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicle structure (5.1.B.2a)

Pass 4 Apr 2008 31,232 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 21,691 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 9,151 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Vario?

Based on 6,027 MOT tests across 549 vehicles.

76.2%
Pass Rate
14,839
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
549
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 86
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 69
Registration plate lamp not working 65
position lamp(s) not working 50
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm 49
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VX05 PZE is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vario in Red with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz Vario models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 90,649 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Vario fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VX05 PZE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Vario typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 21 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vario is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VX05 PZE registered?

VX05 PZE is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vario, first registered on 23 May 2005.

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The MOT history for VX05 PZE shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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