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WK55 BYX

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2024
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

388,706 mi
Last recorded388,706 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2023
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK55 BYX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2023 388,706 miles

CORROSION N/S/R SUSPENSION ARM MOUNTING AREA

FRONT TO REAR BRAKE PIPES CORROSION

REAR INNER BRAKE PADS 3MM

Pass 20 Dec 2022 366,932 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 23 Dec 2021 336,995 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2020 313,662 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Oct 2019 298,283 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Oct 2018 273,238 miles

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

slight play @ os track rod

Pass 24 Oct 2017 248,098 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2017 248,052 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded pipe above rear axle (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Oct 2016 222,902 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded offside rear above rear axle (3.6.B.2c)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

both rear tyres worn on outer edges

Pass 15 Oct 2015 194,802 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded offside and nearside (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Oct 2014 168,264 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 154,549 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 141,930 miles

BRAKE PIPES AROUND REAR AXLE CORRODID

FRONT FLEXI HOSES PERISHED

Pass 13 Oct 2011 121,327 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 105,852 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 91,295 miles

n/s rear shock absorber damp

Pass 15 Oct 2008 78,669 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 61,745 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 33,946 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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WK55 BYX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 WK55 BYX, 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.

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What year was WK55 BYX registered?

WK55 BYX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 17 October 2005.

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