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SF56 AEB

2006 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

167,965 mi
Last recorded167,965 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2022
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito121,092 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF56 AEB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2022 167,965 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2022 167,762 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an induction leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Dec 2020 162,597 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 156,407 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 151,790 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2017 147,442 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 141,813 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2016 141,812 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 138,857 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2015 138,857 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported rear rubber (7.1.1)

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

Pass 20 Sep 2014 131,776 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 126,816 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 122,586 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 24 Sep 2012 122,581 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Sep 2011 119,291 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2011 119,291 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2010 103,386 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Aug 2009 76,943 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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SF56 AEB is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 SF56 AEB, 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 SF56 AEB?

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What year was SF56 AEB registered?

SF56 AEB is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 14 September 2006.

Is SF56 AEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF56 AEB shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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