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WU55 KVS

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

194,994 mi
Last recorded194,994 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2015
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU55 KVS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2015 194,994 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

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

brake pad warning light illuminated

Pass 19 Mar 2014 161,831 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2013 140,946 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2013 140,897 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 30 Jan 2012 124,957 miles

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

Park brake requires adjustment

Fail 5 Jan 2011 100,460 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Jan 2011 100,460 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2010 77,305 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Jan 2010 77,305 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 15 Oct 2008 54,268 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2008 53,836 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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WU55 KVS 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 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WU55 KVS, 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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How do I check the history of WU55 KVS?

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What year was WU55 KVS registered?

WU55 KVS is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 29 September 2005.

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The MOT history for WU55 KVS shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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