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RN55 BFF

2006 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

168,646 mi
Last recorded168,646 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2018
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito121,092 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN55 BFF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2018 168,646 miles

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

Offside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

brake pad warning light

Pass 14 Feb 2017 158,321 miles

Central Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 16 Feb 2016 147,851 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 137,727 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 126,723 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 118,798 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Fail 18 Feb 2013 118,798 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 28 Feb 2012 106,341 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 85,609 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2011 85,607 miles

Centre Stop lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 76,816 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2010 76,816 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2009 64,830 miles

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

screen damage

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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RN55 BFF is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 RN55 BFF, 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 RN55 BFF registered?

RN55 BFF is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 30 January 2006.

Is RN55 BFF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RN55 BFF shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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