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FP56 XBZ

2006 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 May 2027
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

46,829 mi
Last recorded46,829 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito121,092 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP56 XBZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 46,829 miles

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

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 24 Apr 2026 46,828 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 9 May 2025 44,493 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement anti-roll bar D bushes have slight wear. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 May 2024 41,027 miles

noted some light age related corrosion to underbody etc

Fail 15 May 2024 41,027 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning eye level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))

noted some light age related corrosion to underbody etc

Pass 10 Aug 2023 40,918 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively standing (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively standing (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2022 40,220 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Jul 2022 40,220 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2019 40,079 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 39,360 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2018 39,360 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2017 38,332 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2017 38,331 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn on the outer edge

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

Pass 6 Jan 2017 37,394 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2015 34,096 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2014 32,242 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 31,133 miles
Fail 24 May 2013 31,133 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2012 30,300 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2012 85,931 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Feb 2011 25,673 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2010 19,438 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2010 19,438 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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FP56 XBZ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 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 FP56 XBZ, 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 FP56 XBZ registered?

FP56 XBZ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 1 December 2006.

Is FP56 XBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP56 XBZ shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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