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FX56 EBC

2006 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

128,334 mi
Last recorded128,334 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2024
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito121,092 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX56 EBC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2024 128,334 miles

Rear suspension arms corroded

Pass 4 Oct 2023 122,015 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 27 Sep 2022 115,022 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 109,011 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2020 106,315 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2019 100,545 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 19 Jul 2018 96,492 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 92,059 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 88,163 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2016 88,162 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 2 Dec 2014 87,963 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2014 87,962 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2013 81,385 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 71,684 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 53,743 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 38,725 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 22,649 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 9,508 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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FX56 EBC is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FX56 EBC, 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 FX56 EBC registered?

FX56 EBC is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 31 August 2006.

Is FX56 EBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX56 EBC shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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