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YP05 SZZ

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

89,724 mi
Last recorded89,724 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP05 SZZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 89,724 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2024 88,429 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 86,626 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security out rigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security out rigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 22 Jun 2023 86,626 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security out rigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security out rigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2022 84,503 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre perrished

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

Pass 21 Jun 2021 82,518 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2020 81,163 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 76,356 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2019 76,331 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2018 70,160 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 65,508 miles

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

Fail 29 Mar 2017 65,508 miles

Offside Rear Outer Brake lining(s) insecure (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

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

Central Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat BUCKLE (5.2.1a)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 60,715 miles

Nearside Rear TYRE CRACKING SLIGHTLY WITHIN THE TREAD

Fail 6 Apr 2016 60,715 miles

Nearside Rear TYRE CRACKING SLIGHTLY WITHIN THE TREAD

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 57,057 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 54,022 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 51,140 miles

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

Fail 23 Apr 2013 51,140 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2012 48,653 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Apr 2008 37,435 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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YP05 SZZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YP05 SZZ, 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 YP05 SZZ registered?

YP05 SZZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 25 May 2005.

Is YP05 SZZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP05 SZZ shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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