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LX56 VTM

2006 Mercedes-benz Vito

Silver Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

107,181 mi
Last recorded107,181 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito121,092 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX56 VTM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 107,181 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2025 105,477 miles

Both door mirror covers missing

Fail 20 Feb 2025 105,477 miles

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

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

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

Both door mirror covers missing

Pass 21 Feb 2024 102,909 miles

Front Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

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

Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged nearside and offside cover missing (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear number plate light dim

Pass 17 Feb 2023 99,094 miles

brake pedal rubber worn

front brake pads will require replacement in approx 1000 miles

nearside front tyre worn on edges

nearside number plate light flickering

offside front tyre worn below 1.6mm on inner edge - advise replacement

rear brake discs worn

windscreen damaged

Fail 17 Feb 2023 99,082 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective tempory cap fitted (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

brake pedal rubber worn

front brake pads will require replacement in approx 1000 miles

nearside front tyre worn on edges

nearside number plate light flickering

offside front tyre worn below 1.6mm on inner edge - advise replacement

rear brake discs worn

windscreen damaged

Pass 11 Feb 2022 93,021 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 90,138 miles

Offside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Pass 18 Jul 2019 83,589 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 77,826 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2018 77,690 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre all so wrong size

brake warning lamp on

Pass 3 Jul 2017 73,412 miles

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

parking brake just met minimum requirements

Pass 4 Jul 2016 68,520 miles

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

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

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 62,229 miles

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

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

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

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Jul 2014 57,159 miles

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

Fail 2 Jul 2014 57,159 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2013 47,817 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2013 47,765 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 21 Nov 2011 37,978 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 29,793 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 20,548 miles

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

park brake pedal could do with adjustment.

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 VTM is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito in Silver with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 VTM, 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 LX56 VTM?

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What year was LX56 VTM registered?

LX56 VTM is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 12 October 2006.

Is LX56 VTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX56 VTM shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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