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FY56 ODB

2006 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

80,623 mi
Last recorded80,623 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2022
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito121,092 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY56 ODB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2022 80,623 miles

vehicle corroded / jacking points very corroded

Pass 26 Feb 2021 79,373 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2021 79,365 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Exhaust pipe become detatched (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Dec 2019 77,946 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2018 76,470 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 74,725 miles

Rear axle carrier bushes starting to unbond

Pass 10 Jan 2017 73,079 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to hose (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to hose (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to hose (3.6.B.2c)

both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 21 Dec 2015 67,651 miles

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

Pass 2 Jan 2015 59,433 miles

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

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

TYRE SIZE 195/65/16C

Pass 9 Jan 2014 52,085 miles

TYRE SIZE 195/65/16C

front tyres worn on outer edge

rear tyres bald on inner edge

Pass 2 Jan 2013 44,438 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2013 44,438 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 7 Dec 2011 31,886 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 25,773 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2010 25,773 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 7 Jan 2010 20,483 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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FY56 ODB is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 FY56 ODB, 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 FY56 ODB registered?

FY56 ODB is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 27 October 2006.

Is FY56 ODB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY56 ODB shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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