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KU06 RVW

2006 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2020
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito121,092 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU06 RVW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2019

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ns+os (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 24 Jul 2018 281,779 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2017 163,201 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2017 163,201 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Feb 2016

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly chafed (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 18 Feb 2016

Centre Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk cable has broken strands (5.2.4b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly chafed (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Feb 2015 157,181 miles

Nearside Rear Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

both front tyres worn on sidewalls

Fail 19 Feb 2015 157,181 miles

Emissions not tested (7.4.B.1)

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

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Rear Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

both front tyres worn on sidewalls

Pass 4 Dec 2013 144,912 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 120,963 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2012 120,963 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Pass 1 Mar 2012 114,458 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 98,544 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2011 98,544 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Offside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d) DANGEROUS

Fail 24 Feb 2010 78,208 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

emissions too clean to detect

n/s mirror damaged vision ok

rear pads possibly low unable to see clearly

Pass 24 Feb 2010 78,208 miles

emissions too clean to detect

n/s mirror damaged vision ok

rear pads possibly low unable to see clearly

Pass 3 Mar 2009 64,024 miles

n/s mirror damaged vision ok

Fail 27 Feb 2009 64,023 miles

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

n/s mirror damaged vision ok

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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KU06 RVW 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 61.1%.

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 KU06 RVW, 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

How do I check the history of KU06 RVW?

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What year was KU06 RVW registered?

KU06 RVW is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 1 March 2006.

Is KU06 RVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU06 RVW shows 18 tests with a 61.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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