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FP56 XCV

2006 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2025
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

178,049 mi
Last recorded178,049 miles
Recorded on10 May 2024
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito121,092 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP56 XCV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 May 2024 178,049 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 175,366 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 174,485 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear lamp damaged

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under vehicle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

bonnet release damaged

Fail 10 May 2022 174,480 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear lamp damaged

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under vehicle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

bonnet release damaged

Pass 9 Feb 2021 173,931 miles

Bonnet ralease broken

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

offside rear lamp damaged

Fail 3 Feb 2021 173,929 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Bonnet ralease broken

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

offside rear lamp damaged

Pass 8 May 2019 172,820 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 7 May 2019 172,813 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 195/65/16c (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 170,805 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2017 168,945 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 168,120 miles

both front tyres wearing on edge

off side front healight for condition

Pass 19 May 2015 160,758 miles
Fail 16 May 2015 160,758 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 15 Apr 2014 158,951 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Nov 2012 148,221 miles

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

Fail 10 Nov 2012 147,727 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

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

Pass 27 Oct 2012 145,995 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2012 145,995 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 26 Nov 2011 123,995 miles

Rear tyres are on 3mm

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 19 Nov 2011 122,933 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear tyres are on 3mm

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 27 Nov 2010 97,569 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 69,937 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 XCV 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 68.2%.

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 XCV, 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 XCV registered?

FP56 XCV is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 24 November 2006.

Is FP56 XCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP56 XCV shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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