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LY55 NKF

2006 Mercedes-benz Vito

Purple Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

252,079 mi
Last recorded252,079 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2017
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito121,092 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY55 NKF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2006
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2017 252,079 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2016 233,938 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 209,110 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2015 209,110 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 16 Jan 2015 189,657 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2015 189,657 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2014 167,938 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 146,881 miles

both front brake hoses slightly perishing

Fail 23 Jan 2012 120,667 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

both rear tyres wearing on the inner and outer treads and are both on 2.5mm of tread

Pass 23 Jan 2012 120,667 miles

both rear tyres wearing on the inner and outer treads and are both on 2.5mm of tread

Pass 28 Jan 2011 99,367 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2009 58,353 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2009 58,350 miles

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

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

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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LY55 NKF is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito in Purple with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 LY55 NKF, 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 LY55 NKF registered?

LY55 NKF is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 6 February 2006.

Is LY55 NKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY55 NKF shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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