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LV56 PXO

2006 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

156,172 mi
Last recorded156,172 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito121,092 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV56 PXO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 156,172 miles

brake pad warning on

Fail 11 Nov 2025 156,172 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed flex hose adrift from clip (1.1.12 (b) (i))

brake pad warning on

Pass 13 Nov 2024 145,590 miles

Offside rear tyre has minor cuts

Fail 6 Nov 2024 145,590 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced Both Nearside and Offside front (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Brake pedal has slight reserve travel

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside front drop link gator starting to split

Offside rear tyre has minor cuts

Pass 13 Nov 2023 137,046 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Pass 14 Nov 2022 127,949 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Nov 2022 127,949 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2021 111,678 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 100,475 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases turbo down pipe clamp area & middle/rear box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 10 Nov 2020 100,475 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour showing white light (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall - also low on tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour showing white light (4.4.3 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases turbo down pipe clamp area & middle/rear box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 2 Nov 2019 83,977 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 76,407 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2018 76,407 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2017 74,481 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 72,263 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated flexi (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 7 Oct 2015 68,739 miles

Front Anti-roll bar synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Oct 2014 65,633 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 30 Oct 2013 61,081 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 56,193 miles

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

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 6 Oct 2011 49,426 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2011 49,426 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Nov 2010 42,884 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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LV56 PXO is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 LV56 PXO, 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 LV56 PXO registered?

LV56 PXO is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 23 October 2006.

Is LV56 PXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV56 PXO shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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