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BV06 VUJ

2006 Mercedes-benz Vito

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

49,190 mi
Last recorded49,190 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito121,092 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV06 VUJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2026 49,190 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 4 Aug 2026 49,171 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2025 45,657 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both front indicators (4.4.3 (a))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edges worn & small cuts in tyre no cords (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Aug 2024 41,570 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

headlamp switch does not distinguish dipped beam

Pass 24 Apr 2023 28,121 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 28,012 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 28,005 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 27,083 miles

Windscreen wiper blade defective Offside and nearside (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2018 25,889 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2018 25,889 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Nov 2017 24,915 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 23,860 miles

note: full test carried out while system interrupted(connection error)

Pass 18 Dec 2015 23,283 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 21,732 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 19,692 miles

nsr seat belt plastic cover missing seats fiited facing rear at time of test

Pass 20 Feb 2013 14,734 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2012 12,394 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Feb 2012 12,394 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 11,406 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 10,128 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 8,316 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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BV06 VUJ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BV06 VUJ, 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 BV06 VUJ registered?

BV06 VUJ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 6 April 2006.

Is BV06 VUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV06 VUJ shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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