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BV56 EYD

2006 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2018
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

383,034 mi
Last recorded383,034 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2017
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito121,092 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV56 EYD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2017 383,034 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 362,958 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 342,216 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 320,995 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 26 May 2016 320,995 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 25 Nov 2015 299,220 miles

yellow light on dash o/s door mirror cracked view to rear ok

Pass 5 Jun 2015 227,944 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

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

Fail 3 Jun 2015 277,864 miles

Offside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

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

Pass 26 Nov 2014 256,300 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Fail 28 May 2014 235,689 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

MINOR DAMAGE N/S/F 1/4 GLASS SAFETY GLASS

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 28 May 2014 235,689 miles

MINOR DAMAGE N/S/F 1/4 GLASS SAFETY GLASS

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 27 Nov 2013 215,569 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 193,367 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 175,868 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2012 175,854 miles

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 22 May 2012 166,329 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 156,770 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 145,511 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 133,500 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 115,139 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 96,684 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 40,509 miles

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

Fail 19 Dec 2007 40,504 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Dec 2006 519 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 EYD is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 EYD, 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.

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What year was BV56 EYD registered?

BV56 EYD is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 13 December 2006.

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