2005 Mercedes-Benz Vito 2.1L Diesel · WK55 ADU

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 31 July 2025 at 118 411 miles, meeting the minimum legal standards, yet the record reveals a stable to slightly worsening condition in key areas. The tester noted rear underside wax‑oiling, a recommendation to treat the front suspension, an offside front brake pipe corroded and covered in grease, a nearside front service brake binding, a rear exhaust mounting defective due to corrosion, a damaged rear lens and a difficult bonnet pull. These are advisories or minor defects rather than failures, but they indicate ongoing wear in the braking and suspension systems that have persisted across several tests. Mileage accumulation over the car’s life shows a low annual average of roughly 5 600 miles per year, which is modest for a 21‑year‑old vehicle. The MOT history is essentially annual from 2015 through 2025, with no abrupt mileage spikes. Between September 2022 (109 819 miles) and October 2023 (112 178 miles) the odometer rose 2 359 miles, and from October 2023 to July 2025 it increased 6 233 miles, reflecting steady but light use. The low mileage helps explain why major structural fatigue is limited, yet the components that do see regular duty—brakes, suspension, exhaust—exhibit progressive deterioration. A buyer should inspect the front brake pipes for corrosion and grease ingress, test each brake for binding, and check the front suspension arm ball joint for excessive play. The rear exhaust mounting should be examined for corrosion‑induced weakness, and the rear lens and bonnet release operated to confirm full function. A visual walk‑around must include the rear chassis legs and differential mounts for rust or weakening, as earlier records flagged corrosion and reduced structural strength. Finally, verify that the windscreen damage does not impair the driver’s view and that tyre tread, especially on the offside rear, remains above the legal limit.