2005 Mercedes-Benz Vito 2.1L Diesel · BD55 XYX
2005 Mercedes-Benz Vito (2.1L, diesel). First registered 06 Dec 2005. Recorded mileage 166,176 miles. MOT expired on 27 Aug 2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ VITO
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 27 Aug 2026
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (31 Mar 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 166,176 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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.
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
BD55 XYX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 29/08/2025
- 166,176 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 12 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BD55 XYX 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 (BD55 XYX) between June 2023 and August 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 29 August 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (10 issues), Suspension (9 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Bodywork (5 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 31 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect will not adjust (4.1.2 (c))”; “Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”.
BD55 XYX Mileage History
- 29/06/2023151,311 mi
- 25/06/2024157,707 mi+6,396 mi
- 24/08/2024157,756 mi+49 mi
- 29/08/2025166,176 mi+8,420 mi
- 29/08/2025166,176 mi
Average of roughly 6,855 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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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