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LX06 XBU

2006 Mercedes-benz Vito

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2021
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

162,355 mi
Last recorded162,355 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2019
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito121,092 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX06 XBU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2019 162,355 miles

Centre Exhaust has temporary Fixing

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge LEGAL AT TIME OF TEST (Also has nail in tyre) (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge LEGAL AT TIME OF TEST (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Jul 2019 162,355 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear exhaust section missing (6.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Centre Exhaust has temporary Fixing

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge LEGAL AT TIME OF TEST (Also has nail in tyre) (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge LEGAL AT TIME OF TEST (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jul 2018 153,243 miles

Centre stop light not working

Pass 3 Jul 2017 144,720 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2017 144,720 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 133,735 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 4 Jul 2016 133,735 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 120,929 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 111,723 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

very slight play in centre and front prop uj's

Fail 2 Jul 2014 111,723 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

very slight play in centre and front prop uj's

Pass 3 Jul 2013 102,550 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2013 102,550 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Sep 2012 100,300 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 95,670 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 90,747 miles

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

nearside front tyre wearing on outside edge

Fail 21 Sep 2010 90,747 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

nearside front tyre wearing on outside edge

Pass 16 Sep 2009 80,303 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2009 80,325 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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LX06 XBU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito in Silver 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 LX06 XBU, 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.

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What year was LX06 XBU registered?

LX06 XBU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 27 March 2006.

Is LX06 XBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX06 XBU 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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