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WR05 YTN

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2025
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

202,574 mi
Last recorded202,574 miles
Recorded on3 May 2024
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR05 YTN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 May 2024 202,574 miles

Nearside Front Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Offside Slight corrosion to outer sill

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

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

Fail 23 Apr 2024 202,454 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Slight corrosion to outer sill

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

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

Pass 4 May 2023 195,227 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear of side step (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 4 May 2022 191,678 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2022 191,666 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 Jan 2021 184,276 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 177,071 miles

Offside Front h/lamp slightly discoloured o/s

Pass 20 Jul 2018 170,877 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 163,920 miles

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

Front front tyres wearing uneven

brake pad warning light on dash

Pass 2 Jul 2016 158,416 miles

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

Fail 2 Jul 2016 158,416 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2015 146,873 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Jul 2014 137,216 miles

Front tyres worn on inner edges

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 20 Jul 2013 127,858 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 116,143 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2012 116,143 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Jul 2011 101,459 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2011 101,459 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2010 82,674 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 66,461 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 50,271 miles

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)

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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WR05 YTN is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 WR05 YTN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WR05 YTN registered?

WR05 YTN is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 28 July 2005.

Is WR05 YTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR05 YTN shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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