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WU05 HHC

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

295,967 mi
Last recorded295,967 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2016
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU05 HHC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2016 295,967 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2015 292,269 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 9 Apr 2014 282,048 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Mar 2013 279,711 miles

Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 9 Mar 2012 273,788 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Steering columbe top mtg. slight play

Pass 9 Mar 2012 273,788 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Steering columbe top mtg. slight play

Pass 3 Mar 2011 263,480 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 3 Mar 2011 263,474 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 Feb 2010 244,362 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 206,534 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 162,799 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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WU05 HHC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 WU05 HHC, 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 WU05 HHC registered?

WU05 HHC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 11 March 2005.

Is WU05 HHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU05 HHC shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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