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LY56 AAX

2006 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2020
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

142,498 mi
Last recorded142,498 miles
Recorded on1 May 2019
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito121,092 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY56 AAX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 May 2019 142,498 miles

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

Fail 1 May 2019 142,498 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2018 136,911 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 120,246 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2016 120,246 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Nov 2015 98,719 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 30 Nov 2015 98,719 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 10 Dec 2014 78,660 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Dec 2014 78,660 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 47,429 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2013 47,429 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Nov 2012 24,468 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 19,706 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2010 13,631 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 10,152 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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LY56 AAX is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black 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 LY56 AAX, 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

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What year was LY56 AAX registered?

LY56 AAX is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 20 December 2006.

Is LY56 AAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY56 AAX 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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