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VX05 PZM

2005 Mercedes-benz Vario

Red Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2023
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

7,733 mi
Last recorded7,733 miles
Recorded on18 May 2022
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vario90,649 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 May 2022 7,733 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 5,022 miles
Pass 18 May 2020 273,132 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 268,434 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 258,713 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 250,469 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 237,871 miles
Fail 26 May 2016 237,871 miles

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

Fail 10 Jun 2015 228,812 miles

N/side front tyre worn edges and wall scuffed

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

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 228,812 miles

N/side front tyre worn edges and wall scuffed

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

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

Pass 30 May 2014 220,632 miles

N/side f and r tyre walls worn

Fail 29 May 2014 220,632 miles

Offside Rear window(s) not made of safety glass (on or after 1st June 1978) (6.9.7a)

N/side f and r tyre walls worn

Nearside Front Brake pipe twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 3 Jun 2013 209,242 miles
Fail 30 May 2013 209,242 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 28 May 2012 194,312 miles
Fail 24 May 2011 169,253 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 May 2011 169,253 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 145,263 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 118,679 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 85,677 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 58,110 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 24,659 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 PZM is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vario in Red with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PZM, 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

How do I check the history of VX05 PZM?

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What year was VX05 PZM registered?

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

Is VX05 PZM safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX05 PZM shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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