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AU55 GYY

2006 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

346,735 mi
Last recorded346,735 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2015
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito121,092 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU55 GYY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2015 346,735 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 315,833 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 15 Jan 2014 315,833 miles

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 15 Jan 2013 283,417 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 17 Jan 2012 252,989 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Pass 19 Jan 2011 217,837 miles

Nearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 2 Feb 2010 181,336 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2009 144,413 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 103,924 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 56,742 miles

O/S/F tyre sidewall damaged.

Small cut in N/S/R tyre.

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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AU55 GYY is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 AU55 GYY, 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 AU55 GYY registered?

AU55 GYY is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 7 February 2006.

Is AU55 GYY safe to buy?

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