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WP56 APO

2007 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

175,695 mi
Last recorded175,695 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz Vito122,038 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP56 APO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 175,695 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both side (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both side (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 17 Jun 2024 168,724 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted WHEEL RIM. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

SLIGHT DAMAGE TO REAR BUMPER.

Fail 17 Jun 2024 168,724 miles

Headlamp aim too high BOTH. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted WHEEL RIM. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

SLIGHT DAMAGE TO REAR BUMPER.

Pass 15 Jun 2023 159,556 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2022 148,763 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front jacking point slightly corroded

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Jun 2022 148,763 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front jacking point slightly corroded

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2021 138,658 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 132,233 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2019 124,483 miles

long park brake travel

Pass 22 Jun 2018 113,788 miles

long park brake travel

Pass 22 Jun 2017 103,355 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2016 92,696 miles

Centre Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

covers fitted

Fail 16 Jun 2016 92,696 miles

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

Centre Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

covers fitted

Pass 27 May 2015 81,769 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Pass 13 Jun 2014 74,673 miles

Both front tyres have cuts in tread

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2013 68,997 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 61,764 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2011 55,211 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 41,986 miles
Fail 19 May 2010 41,986 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

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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WP56 APO is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WP56 APO, 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.

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What year was WP56 APO registered?

WP56 APO is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 31 January 2007.

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