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KS56 JOU

2006 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

129,322 mi
Last recorded129,322 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2023
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito121,092 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS56 JOU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2023 129,322 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all4 inner (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Dec 2022 126,231 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 122,849 miles

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

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Rear Other passenger door pillar deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2020 119,457 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2019 116,648 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 4 Jan 2018 100,009 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2018 100,009 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Jan 2017 95,018 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2017 95,018 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Dec 2015 90,939 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2015 90,939 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 22 Dec 2014 86,212 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2014 86,212 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Dec 2013 79,646 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 74,293 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 69,321 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2010 66,429 miles

Offside front tyre is close to limits of wear,

Offside rear tyre is close to limits of wear.

Rearbrake pads appear low but servicabe.

SRS Lamp stays ON,

Pass 4 Dec 2009 59,182 miles

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

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

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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KS56 JOU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 KS56 JOU, 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 KS56 JOU registered?

KS56 JOU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 29 December 2006.

Is KS56 JOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS56 JOU shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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