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VX05 PZJ

2005 Mercedes-benz Vario

Red Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

190,455 mi
Last recorded190,455 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2023
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vario90,649 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX05 PZJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVario
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc
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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2023 190,455 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 17 May 2021 18,013 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 184,192 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 178,059 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 170,766 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 161,988 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 150,261 miles

Nearside Front trewall scuffed

Nearside tyrewall scuffed

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Fail 23 May 2016 150,261 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Nearside Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front trewall scuffed

Nearside tyrewall scuffed

Nearside wiper blade split

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 27 May 2015 137,922 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 131,287 miles
Fail 21 May 2014 131,287 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 May 2013 122,679 miles

near side and off side rear passenger seat rail above rear wheel arch, 1 mounting bolt missing from each side and plate rails still secure

Pass 21 May 2012 113,977 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 98,115 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 80,067 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 68,649 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 55,212 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 37,213 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 17,737 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 PZJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vario in Red with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 PZJ, 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.

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What year was VX05 PZJ registered?

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

Is VX05 PZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX05 PZJ shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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