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RE56 OUU

2006 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

264,799 mi
Last recorded264,799 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2019
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito121,092 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE56 OUU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2019 264,799 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2019 264,769 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured side repeater (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 20 Nov 2018 252,402 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2018 252,402 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Nov 2017 242,452 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre exhaust box cracked. (7.1.2)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

park brake travel on pedal long. requires adjustment.

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 17 Nov 2016 221,720 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 198,708 miles

Steering pivot point has slight play Steering column centre bearing/universal joint (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 5 Nov 2014 175,417 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Slight play in steering rack pinion bearing.

Pass 22 Nov 2013 150,122 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2013 150,118 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Brake wear warning light eluminated on dash.

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Nov 2012 124,305 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 105,730 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2011 105,730 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front number plate cracked

Pass 22 Oct 2010 80,118 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 57,193 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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RE56 OUU 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 73.3%.

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 RE56 OUU, 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 RE56 OUU registered?

RE56 OUU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 17 November 2006.

Is RE56 OUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE56 OUU shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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