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WP05 GVD

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

193,211 mi
Last recorded193,211 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2023
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP05 GVD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2023 193,211 miles

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

undersealed

Pass 29 Jul 2022 187,779 miles

undersealed

Pass 21 Jul 2021 183,300 miles

undersealed

Pass 28 Jul 2020 179,667 miles

undersealed

Pass 23 Jul 2019 176,701 miles

undersealed

Pass 17 Aug 2018 170,740 miles

undersealed

Pass 18 Jul 2017 163,892 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 157,233 miles

undersealed

Pass 18 Jul 2015 148,141 miles

undersealed

Pass 11 Aug 2014 139,844 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 128,353 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2013 128,353 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Aug 2012 116,312 miles

Brake pipe slightly chafed (3.6.B.2c)

bonnet catch stiff to open

both front saddle bushes showing movement also o/s front link pin

Fail 14 Aug 2012 116,312 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe slightly chafed (3.6.B.2c)

bonnet catch stiff to open

both front saddle bushes showing movement also o/s front link pin

Pass 13 Aug 2011 100,861 miles

advise hand brake adjustment

oil level is very low

Pass 7 Aug 2010 86,002 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

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

Pass 8 Aug 2009 68,465 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Fail 8 Aug 2009 68,465 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 18 Aug 2008 50,221 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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WP05 GVD is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 WP05 GVD, 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 WP05 GVD registered?

WP05 GVD is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 17 August 2005.

Is WP05 GVD safe to buy?

The MOT history for WP05 GVD shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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