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WN05 ARF

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2021
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

160,409 mi
Last recorded160,409 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2020
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWN05 ARF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2020 160,409 miles

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

slight damage all around vehicle

Fail 10 Sep 2020 160,409 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn both drop links (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))

Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

Offside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both split (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

slight damage all around vehicle

Pass 14 Feb 2019 153,191 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear door little damaged

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

Fail 14 Feb 2019 153,191 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail both (1.1.12 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Windscreen in such a condition that visibility through swept area is seriously affected (3.2 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both cleaning (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear door little damaged

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

Pass 10 Aug 2017 151,802 miles

Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 144,074 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 121,722 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2014 163,011 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Apr 2014 163,011 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 82,566 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2013 82,566 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 72,530 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 61,610 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2011 61,610 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 12 Apr 2010 50,129 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Apr 2009 40,656 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Apr 2008 30,587 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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WN05 ARF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 WN05 ARF, 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 WN05 ARF registered?

WN05 ARF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 14 April 2005.

Is WN05 ARF safe to buy?

The MOT history for WN05 ARF shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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