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LY55 NLC

2006 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2017
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

139,571 mi
Last recorded139,571 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2016
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito121,092 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2016 139,571 miles

Front Brake hose modified but not seriously weakened both (3.6.A.3)

body workdamage

Pass 24 Feb 2015 130,466 miles

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

Offside Outer Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 20 Feb 2015 130,466 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Passenger's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

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

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

Offside Outer Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Mar 2014 116,894 miles

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

Nearside sliding door has slight accident damage but no sharp edges present

Oil leak

Fail 12 Mar 2014 116,894 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

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

Nearside Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Nearside sliding door has slight accident damage but no sharp edges present

Oil leak

Pass 21 Feb 2013 103,107 miles

Offside front tyre outer wall slightly deteriorated

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Traction control warning lamp on

Pass 22 Feb 2012 86,281 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2012 86,281 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Feb 2011 72,978 miles

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

Fail 5 Feb 2011 72,978 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 9 Feb 2010 59,870 miles

off side front tyre has deep cut on the outer side wall but not enough to expose cords

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 NLC is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 NLC, 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 NLC registered?

LY55 NLC is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 20 February 2006.

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