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VU06 XYJ

2006 Mercedes-benz Vario

Grey Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

232,709 mi
Last recorded232,709 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2018
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Vario116,940 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU06 XYJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVario
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2018 232,709 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 218,799 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 200,100 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 178,280 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 173,316 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 165,109 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 May 2013 151,997 miles
Fail 29 May 2013 151,997 miles

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

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

Pass 14 May 2012 128,566 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 108,554 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 10 May 2010 88,249 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 69,332 miles
Fail 7 May 2009 69,332 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not in good working order (not working) (1.1.4a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5b)

Pass 29 May 2008 49,500 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 23,925 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Vario?

Based on 6,027 MOT tests across 549 vehicles.

76.2%
Pass Rate
14,839
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
549
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 86
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 69
Registration plate lamp not working 65
position lamp(s) not working 50
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm 49
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VU06 XYJ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vario in Grey with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz Vario models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 116,940 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Vario fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VU06 XYJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Vario typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 20 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vario is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VU06 XYJ registered?

VU06 XYJ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vario, first registered on 3 July 2006.

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The MOT history for VU06 XYJ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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