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WU55 KXN

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2018
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

255,976 mi
Last recorded255,976 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2017 255,976 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak ()

slight corrosion underneath the vehicle.

under tray fitted.

Fail 24 Apr 2017 255,976 miles

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

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak ()

slight corrosion underneath the vehicle.

under tray fitted.

Pass 19 Apr 2016 234,571 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2016 234,571 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 214,863 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2015 214,843 miles

Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 5 Mar 2014 195,759 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2014 195,759 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 9 Jan 2013 174,811 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Jan 2013 174,811 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Dec 2011 157,163 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 22 Nov 2010 138,342 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2010 138,342 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 6 Nov 2009 102,296 miles

The n/s/f tyre has a cut in the sidewall,it is not deep enought to be a fail

Pass 3 Nov 2008 84,486 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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WU55 KXN is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 KXN, 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 WU55 KXN registered?

WU55 KXN is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 11 November 2005.

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