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AF55 BFN

2006 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

211,698 mi
Last recorded211,698 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito121,092 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF55 BFN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2025 211,698 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2024 202,161 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Apr 2023 194,584 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Apr 2022 184,960 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 14 Apr 2021 174,372 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Apr 2020 164,800 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 156,096 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2018 145,792 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 28 Feb 2018 145,792 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Mar 2017 139,662 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 135,622 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 129,327 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2015 129,230 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Pass 26 Feb 2014 120,823 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 110,057 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 1 Mar 2012 99,203 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Feb 2011 86,416 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2011 86,416 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 19 Jan 2010 74,153 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Jan 2009 55,474 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Vito?

Based on 2,011,702 MOT tests across 164,434 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
9,235
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
164,434
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 49,564
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 46,783
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 43,234
Brake pipe excessively corroded 37,987
Stop lamp not working 33,048
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AF55 BFN is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 121,092 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Vito fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 49,564 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF55 BFN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Vito typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 20 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vito is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF55 BFN registered?

AF55 BFN is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 25 January 2006.

Is AF55 BFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF55 BFN shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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