2005 Mercedes-Benz Vito 2.1L Diesel · LW05 AKP
2005 Mercedes-Benz Vito (2.1L, diesel). First registered 09 Aug 2005. Recorded mileage 239,351 miles. MOT valid until 04 Jul 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ VITO
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Sidcup (South East London)
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 04 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 239,351 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Available on IAGC
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
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LW05 AKP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 06/07/2026
- 239,351 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 9 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LW05 AKP MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vito (LW05 AKP) between August 2023 and July 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 06 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (8 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Bodywork (3 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 24 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
LW05 AKP Mileage History
- 12/08/2023220,383 mi
- 12/08/2023220,383 mi
- 13/08/2024234,105 mi+13,722 mi
- 15/09/2025236,330 mi+2,225 mi
- 06/07/2026239,351 mi+3,021 mi
Average of roughly 6,541 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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