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WR56 FXL

2006 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2026
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

210,989 mi
Last recorded210,989 miles
Recorded on28 May 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito121,092 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR56 FXL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 May 2025 210,989 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Near bump stop (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Near bump stop (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Side mirror cracked

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

Pass 24 Feb 2024 207,045 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2022 194,825 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2021 186,689 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2021 186,689 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2020 177,966 miles

ignition barrel hard to turn

Fail 20 Nov 2020 177,735 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

ignition barrel hard to turn

Pass 11 Nov 2019 169,130 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both also starting to crack and perish (5.2.3 (e))

Reverse lights not working

Fail 7 Nov 2019 169,052 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both also starting to crack and perish (5.2.3 (e))

Reverse lights not working

Pass 26 Nov 2018 159,503 miles

Diesel injector seal blowing

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Hand brake has little reserve travel

Pass 15 Nov 2017 154,345 miles

Offside Front tyre worn on edges

Pass 22 Nov 2016 148,521 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2015 136,192 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2014 126,635 miles

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

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

n/s/r inner brake pad low

Pass 2 Dec 2014 126,635 miles

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

n/s/r inner brake pad low

Fail 2 Dec 2013 117,155 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 2 Dec 2013 117,155 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 100,784 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

front brake discs wearing thin

Pass 18 Nov 2011 80,012 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2011 80,012 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2010 53,585 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both front tyres worn on outer edges

front exhaust conection ?

Pass 27 Nov 2009 35,845 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2009 35,845 miles

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

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

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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WR56 FXL is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 121,092 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 WR56 FXL, 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 WR56 FXL?

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What year was WR56 FXL registered?

WR56 FXL is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 10 November 2006.

Is WR56 FXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR56 FXL shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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