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LO56 BOW

2006 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

138,000 mi
Last recorded138,000 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2020
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito121,092 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO56 BOW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2020 138,000 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 120,174 miles

unable to record emission would not rev high enough

Fail 8 Feb 2019 120,174 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

unable to record emission would not rev high enough

Pass 6 Feb 2018 110,546 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2017 100,340 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2017 100,340 miles

registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Feb 2016 85,213 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2014 69,454 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 2 Dec 2014 69,454 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 24 Oct 2013 51,055 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 48,835 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2011 44,059 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 36,387 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 28,615 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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LO56 BOW is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 LO56 BOW, 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 LO56 BOW registered?

LO56 BOW is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 1 November 2006.

Is LO56 BOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO56 BOW shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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