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HX06 FMU

2006 Mercedes-benz Vito

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

104,845 mi
Last recorded104,845 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito121,092 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX06 FMU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 104,845 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive ENGINE (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Nov 2025 104,845 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive ENGINE (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 30 Oct 2024 95,913 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Oct 2024 95,899 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2023 86,097 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s o/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 13 Nov 2023 86,093 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s o/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Oct 2022 76,227 miles

205/65/16C

HAND BRAKE TRAVEL HIGH

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing SIDE WALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT STRONG ADVISE (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

brake wear lamp illuminated

Pass 2 Nov 2021 68,862 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2020 65,301 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 63,748 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 62,641 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 62,176 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 60,538 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 58,709 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 54,848 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 37,001 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 11,296 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 8,937 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2010 8,013 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2010 8,013 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 6,271 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 2,241 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 1,191 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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HX06 FMU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 HX06 FMU, 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 HX06 FMU registered?

HX06 FMU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 4 July 2006.

Is HX06 FMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HX06 FMU shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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