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KP56 TKJ

2006 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests26 (17 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate65.4%

Mileage

119,426 mi
Last recorded119,426 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito121,092 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP56 TKJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

17 pass 9 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 119,426 miles

Front both sills covered in underseal rust protection

Rear brake pipe covered in underseal rust protection

Fail 24 Oct 2025 119,416 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear brake pipe covered in underseal rust protection

Pass 21 Nov 2024 115,659 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front vehicle jacking point slightly corroded

Offside Front vehicle jacking point slightly corroded

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

Fail 15 Nov 2024 115,628 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front vehicle jacking point slightly corroded

Offside Front vehicle jacking point slightly corroded

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

Pass 20 Nov 2023 111,946 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2022 107,385 miles

Offside Front Outer Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 14 Nov 2022 107,385 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Offside Front Outer Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 10 Nov 2021 103,505 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2021 103,505 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2020 99,533 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2020 99,533 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2019 93,826 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2018 88,259 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 12 Nov 2018 88,259 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2017 82,194 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Nov 2016 77,417 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 72,409 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2015 72,222 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2014 66,351 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 61,883 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2013 61,883 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2012 56,446 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 49,259 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 43,779 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2010 43,773 miles

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 28 Oct 2009 40,626 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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KP56 TKJ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.4%.

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 KP56 TKJ, 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 KP56 TKJ registered?

KP56 TKJ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 1 November 2006.

Is KP56 TKJ safe to buy?

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