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YD55 GZZ

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

255,001 mi
Last recorded255,001 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2018
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD55 GZZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2018 255,001 miles

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

general under body rust

Pass 20 Apr 2017 251,069 miles

Nearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Offside steering arm slight play

engine covers fitted

Pass 22 Mar 2016 237,160 miles

engine covers fitted

Pass 20 Mar 2015 349,423 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 10 Mar 2014 315,225 miles

Front wipers slightly smearing

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 4 Mar 2013 178,291 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 157,225 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 134,809 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 119,117 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2010 119,117 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Oct 2008 90,810 miles

Nearside Rear 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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YD55 GZZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 YD55 GZZ, 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 YD55 GZZ registered?

YD55 GZZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 6 October 2005.

Is YD55 GZZ safe to buy?

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