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FB06 OWG

2006 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

223,116 mi
Last recorded223,116 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2016
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito121,092 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB06 OWG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2016 223,116 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2016 223,116 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2015 201,895 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)

Pass 20 May 2014 194,980 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 187,610 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Mar 2012 181,287 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 167,385 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 21 Mar 2011 167,385 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 2 Mar 2010 125,220 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 1 Mar 2010 125,220 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 Sep 2009 125,038 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

no number plates fitted at time of test

Fail 16 Sep 2009 125,038 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

no number plates fitted at time of test

Fail 4 Jun 2009 116,878 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 116,878 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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FB06 OWG is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 FB06 OWG, 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 FB06 OWG?

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What year was FB06 OWG registered?

FB06 OWG is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 31 December 2006.

Is FB06 OWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FB06 OWG shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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