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WM05 RMX

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2023
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

166,756 mi
Last recorded166,756 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2022
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM05 RMX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2022 166,756 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 145,389 miles

Central Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Jul 2020 145,389 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Central Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2019 137,700 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2018 132,087 miles

Central Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

Fail 23 Jul 2018 132,087 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Central Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2017 127,953 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2016 126,099 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 125,604 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 124,438 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2014 124,438 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Aug 2013 192,662 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2013 192,662 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 107,344 miles

Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 19 Aug 2011 91,813 miles

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

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

Oil leak

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

park brake travel

Fail 17 Aug 2010 76,339 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Oil leak

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

sas light on

Pass 17 Aug 2010 76,339 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

sas light on

Fail 21 Aug 2009 60,690 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

n\s\f tyre has cut in tread

n\s\r tyre has nail in tread and wearing on outer edge and has cuts in side wall

Pass 21 Aug 2009 60,690 miles

n\s\f tyre has cut in tread

n\s\r tyre has nail in tread and wearing on outer edge and has cuts in side wall

Pass 22 Aug 2008 46,765 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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WM05 RMX 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 70%.

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 WM05 RMX, 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 WM05 RMX registered?

WM05 RMX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 23 August 2005.

Is WM05 RMX safe to buy?

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