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RJ06 CYV

2006 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

160,709 mi
Last recorded160,709 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito121,092 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ06 CYV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 160,709 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Lower wheel arch near sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Lower wheel arch near sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2024 159,589 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2023 158,710 miles

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2022 157,867 miles

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2021 156,591 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 156,093 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 154,228 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2019 154,228 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2018 150,121 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 147,406 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 8 Oct 2016 144,207 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Oct 2015 141,415 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Cuts in tyre sidewall

Pass 15 Oct 2014 136,735 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 130,161 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Oct 2012 124,652 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2012 124,646 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Aug 2011 120,433 miles

rear brake disc/s slightly pitted

Pass 23 Apr 2010 111,421 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2010 111,421 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 89,336 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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RJ06 CYV is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 RJ06 CYV, 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 RJ06 CYV registered?

RJ06 CYV is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 25 April 2006.

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