2005 · 19 years old at test · Diesel mostly

2005 Mercedes-Benz Vito MOT pass rate and common faults

1,881 MOT tests in 2024. 52.7% passed first time, compared with 56.5% for all cars the same age.

93Below average
Passed first time52.7%
Failed or needed repairs47.3%
Typical mileage at test148,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 1,881 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength7.8%
  2. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded5.1%
  3. Rbt (sp): efficiency below requirements4.4%
  4. Suspension arms - ball joint: ball joint excessively worn4.3%
  5. Position lamp: not working4.0%
  6. Headlamp aim: projected beam image is obviously incorrect3.9%
  7. Stop lamp: not working3.3%
  8. Track rod end: ball joint has excessive play3.2%
  9. Integral vehicle structure condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced3.1%
  10. Exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases3.1%

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Lights & electrics40.8%
  2. Brakes32.6%
  3. Suspension30.1%
  4. Body & chassis19.2%
  5. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)10.7%
  6. Tyres8.1%
  7. Steering6.7%
  8. Seat belts & airbags5.5%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded26.7%
  2. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm19.3%
  3. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened12.0%
  4. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine10.2%
  5. Flexible brake hoses: excessively deteriorated10.1%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year fails more often than most cars its age, so budget for repairs and check the history carefully. Before buying, check the area that fails most: component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vito?

In 2024, 52.7% of 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vito cars passed their MOT first time, across 1,881 tests. The average for all 19-year-old cars was 56.5%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vito?

The most common failure reasons were component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded; rbt (sp): efficiency below requirements. The biggest problem area was lights & electrics.

Is the 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vito reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 93, which is below average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).