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BV56 EWT

2006 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

235,841 mi
Last recorded235,841 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito121,092 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV56 EWT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2025 235,841 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2024 229,640 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 226,189 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2023 226,167 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 19 Dec 2022 221,531 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 217,656 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2021 217,656 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2020 212,605 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 202,097 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 197,889 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 193,863 miles

Nearside Front door mirror glass broken

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Apr 2016 178,164 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 154,714 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2014 154,704 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Sep 2013 139,433 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

damage n/s door mirror

Pass 21 Sep 2012 122,544 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2012 122,141 miles

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

Fail 23 Sep 2011 103,335 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 23 Sep 2011 103,335 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 84,727 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2010 84,727 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 25 Sep 2009 65,979 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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BV56 EWT is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 BV56 EWT, 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

How do I check the history of BV56 EWT?

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What year was BV56 EWT registered?

BV56 EWT is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 27 September 2006.

Is BV56 EWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV56 EWT shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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