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KF06 KNJ

2006 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

157,864 mi
Last recorded157,864 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito121,092 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKF06 KNJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 157,864 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

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

Front Brake hose slightly damaged Both (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Surface corrosion under vehicle

Pass 8 Mar 2025 154,860 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2024 151,657 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2023 148,511 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 144,820 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 141,738 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 138,461 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2019 127,751 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6mm at time of test (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated separating. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6mm at time of test (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Feb 2018 122,554 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2018 122,554 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Mar 2016 113,091 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2016 113,091 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2014 105,316 miles

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

Fail 18 Dec 2014 105,316 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Fail 18 Mar 2013 93,405 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Mar 2013 93,405 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 82,207 miles

N/s/front upper shock mounting slight creaking noise

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 6 Aug 2010 67,370 miles

tyres are getting low and slight uneven wear

Pass 12 Mar 2009 49,640 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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KF06 KNJ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 KF06 KNJ, 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 KF06 KNJ registered?

KF06 KNJ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 27 March 2006.

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The MOT history for KF06 KNJ shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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