2005 Mercedes-Benz Vito 2.1L Diesel · KJ55 YCF
2005 Mercedes-Benz Vito (2.1L, diesel). First registered 06 Sept 2005. Recorded mileage 147,148 miles. MOT expired on 14 Dec 2024. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ VITO
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Borehamwood (Luton)
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 14 Dec 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 147,148 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.
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.
KJ55 YCF Key Findings
- 18 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 15/12/2023
- 147,148 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KJ55 YCF MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
18 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vito (KJ55 YCF) between August 2009 and December 2023.
The record contains 14 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 15 December 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (16 issues), Brakes (10 issues), Windscreen (5 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Tyres (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 27 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: “Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)”; “Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)”; “Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)”.
KJ55 YCF Mileage History
- 25/08/200934,027 mi
- 13/08/201040,297 mi+6,270 mi
- 13/08/201040,297 mi
- 12/08/201146,638 mi+6,341 mi
- 12/08/201146,638 mi
- 24/08/201251,752 mi+5,114 mi
- 14/08/201364,355 mi+12,603 mi
- 22/08/201364,355 mi
- 12/08/201477,344 mi+12,989 mi
- 13/08/201477,344 mi
- 21/08/201582,820 mi+5,476 mi
- 02/10/201784,496 mi+1,676 mi
- 16/11/201899,628 mi+15,132 mi
- 25/10/2019110,019 mi+10,391 mi
- 18/11/2020121,447 mi+11,428 mi
- 03/12/2021137,183 mi+15,736 mi
- 29/11/2022146,736 mi+9,553 mi
- 15/12/2023147,148 mi+412 mi
Average of roughly 7,908 miles per year across 18 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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