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VE55 RKF

2006 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

148,280 mi
Last recorded148,280 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2023
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito121,092 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE55 RKF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2023 148,280 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 148,086 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2020 137,403 miles

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

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

handbrake travel high

Pass 26 Jun 2019 129,068 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Drivers shroud missing (7.1.2 (d))

Fail 26 Jun 2019 129,068 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Drivers shroud missing (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 128,876 miles

Headlamp lenses cloudy

Offside seat belt receiver shroud missing but can function as intended

Pad wear warning lamp illuminated

Park brake travel long

Pass 23 Feb 2017 124,941 miles

Offside Front Bumper insecure ()

Offside Front Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)

Oil leak ()

Fail 21 Feb 2017 124,941 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Bumper insecure ()

Offside Front Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)

Oil leak ()

Pass 6 Jan 2016 114,840 miles

cracks in front windscreen

headlamp lenses discolouring

oil leak

various body panels damaged

Fail 4 Jan 2016 114,840 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

cracks in front windscreen

headlamp lenses discolouring

oil leak

various body panels damaged

Pass 19 Dec 2014 102,833 miles

both front tyres wearing low and slight damage to outer walls

brake pad warning light on

exhaust deteriorating and slight blow

front brake pads wearing low

injector seals leaking exhaust fumes

parking brake travel long

wiper blades weak

Pass 27 Dec 2013 91,389 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 67,248 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 58,742 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 56,490 miles

slight bind to both side front brake

slight damage to offside rear light lens assembly

Fail 21 Mar 2011 56,490 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

rear number plate starting to deteriorate

slight bind to both side front brake

slight damage to offside rear light lens assembly

Pass 27 Apr 2010 44,860 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 27,296 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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VE55 RKF 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 77.8%.

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 VE55 RKF, 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 VE55 RKF registered?

VE55 RKF is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 3 January 2006.

Is VE55 RKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE55 RKF shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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