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RJ56 ZDN

2006 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

166,910 mi
Last recorded166,910 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2024
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito121,092 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ56 ZDN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2024 166,910 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Jun 2023 156,207 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 149,531 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 142,699 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2020 133,111 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 121,346 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 102,487 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 86,278 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 75,384 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 68,692 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front shock absorbers have reduced damping effect

Fail 18 Nov 2014 68,670 miles

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

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

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front shock absorbers have reduced damping effect

Pass 21 Nov 2013 60,425 miles

long travel on handbrake

Pass 19 Nov 2012 53,652 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Oct 2011 45,129 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

nearside front tyre wearing slightly low outer tread area

slight oil leak from diff pinion seal area

Pass 23 Oct 2010 35,308 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

nearside rear tyre outer wall scuffed

offside rear & nearside rear tyres treads wearing low

Pass 12 Nov 2009 28,959 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

offside & nearside rear tyre treads 3mm

offside front tyre tread worn low outer area of tyre

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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RJ56 ZDN is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 RJ56 ZDN, 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

How do I check the history of RJ56 ZDN?

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What year was RJ56 ZDN registered?

RJ56 ZDN is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 21 November 2006.

Is RJ56 ZDN safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ56 ZDN shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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