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FA06 DFD

2006 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2017
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

108,074 mi
Last recorded108,074 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2016
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito121,092 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA06 DFD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2016 108,074 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Jun 2016 108,074 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to the flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to the flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2014 103,864 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2014 103,864 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Aug 2013 70,562 miles

brake pipes corroding

exhaust corroding

front brake discs worn

long travel to park brake

power steer pipes corroding

rear brake discs worn

Fail 12 Aug 2013 70,560 miles

Nearside Front Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

advise laser wheel alignment

brake pipes corroding

exhaust corroding

front brake discs worn

long travel to park brake

power steer pipes corroding

rear brake discs worn

Pass 4 Apr 2012 61,444 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 52,040 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2011 52,039 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 28 Apr 2010 40,804 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 36,720 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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FA06 DFD is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FA06 DFD, 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 FA06 DFD registered?

FA06 DFD is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 13 July 2006.

Is FA06 DFD safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA06 DFD shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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