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LX56 VSL

2006 Mercedes-benz Vito

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

215,332 mi
Last recorded215,332 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2022
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito121,092 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX56 VSL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2022 215,332 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2021 201,889 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 16 Sep 2021 201,889 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2020 192,525 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

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

exhuast deteriorated

Fail 6 Jun 2020 192,452 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

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

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

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

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

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

Pass 30 May 2019 186,031 miles

exhaust repaired

Fail 24 May 2019 186,007 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 27 Apr 2018 177,699 miles

n/s/f tyre feathered on both edges

Pass 7 Jul 2017 167,231 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle box (7.1.2)

Fail 4 Jul 2017 167,210 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement D bushes x2 (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle box (7.1.2)

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

Pass 23 Jun 2016 144,656 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 9 Jun 2016 143,965 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 122,040 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 7 Jul 2014 102,515 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2012 70,477 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2011 60,102 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 49,833 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 38,701 miles

Rear half shaft oil seals leaking

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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LX56 VSL 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 72.2%.

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 LX56 VSL, 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 LX56 VSL registered?

LX56 VSL is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 22 September 2006.

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