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SY56 ZTZ

2007 Mercedes-benz Vito

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

152,063 mi
Last recorded152,063 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz Vito122,038 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY56 ZTZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2025 152,063 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2025 152,063 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Oct 2024 148,433 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Nov 2023 140,218 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 125,164 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2021 123,437 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 119,439 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2020 119,439 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 2 Mar 2019 114,763 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2018 110,977 miles

vehicle structure has slight corrosion

Pass 1 Mar 2017 100,154 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all sides (4.1.E.1)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

parking brake performance within limit

Pass 1 Mar 2016 141,860 miles

Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured both (1.1.A.3e)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Fail 29 Feb 2016 141,860 miles

Rear coil spring broken both sides (2.4.C.1a)

Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured both (1.1.A.3e)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 18 Feb 2015 135,533 miles

Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 21 Feb 2014 126,101 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 122,262 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 121,807 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 111,106 miles

front discs corroded

slight play at offside track rod

Fail 31 Jan 2011 111,097 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

front discs corroded

slight play at offside track rod

Pass 1 Mar 2010 108,315 miles

glow plug light on

offside front window broken

Fail 19 Feb 2010 108,286 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

engine oil level low

glow plug light on

pad light on

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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SY56 ZTZ is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Vito in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2007 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 122,038 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 SY56 ZTZ, 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 19 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 SY56 ZTZ?

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What year was SY56 ZTZ registered?

SY56 ZTZ is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 22 January 2007.

Is SY56 ZTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY56 ZTZ shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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