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YJ55 LUE

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

113,099 mi
Last recorded113,099 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ55 LUE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 113,099 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security jacking points (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2024 105,486 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both front jacking points. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 27 Dec 2023 99,263 miles

Central Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt offside ()

Front Exhaust mounting defective broken (6.1.2 (a))

Front both jacking points on sills corroded

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 30 Dec 2022 88,201 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre also slightly perished (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Exhaust mounting defective hanger broken (exhaust still supported) (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Nov 2021 77,818 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2021 77,818 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 76,755 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 74,312 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 70,730 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 67,448 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 63,798 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 58,966 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 53,254 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 46,896 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 40,183 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 34,141 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 28,387 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 22,620 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 18,330 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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YJ55 LUE is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 YJ55 LUE, 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 YJ55 LUE registered?

YJ55 LUE is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 10 November 2005.

Is YJ55 LUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ55 LUE shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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