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LY55 NKN

2006 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2019
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

232,346 mi
Last recorded232,346 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2018
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito121,092 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY55 NKN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2018 232,346 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2017 204,872 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 177,843 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2016 177,843 miles

Body has a sharp edge caused by damage o/s mirror (6.1.C.1)

Pass 4 Apr 2015 151,494 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2015 151,494 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 29 Mar 2014 131,354 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2014 131,354 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 109,534 miles

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

Fail 27 Mar 2013 109,534 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2012 94,389 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2011 77,565 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2011 77,565 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Apr 2010 58,358 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 42,220 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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LY55 NKN is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 NKN, 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 NKN registered?

LY55 NKN is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 31 January 2006.

Is LY55 NKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY55 NKN shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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