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WR56 LWM

2006 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

309,058 mi
Last recorded309,058 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2023
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito121,092 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR56 LWM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2023 309,058 miles

Central Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Oct 2023 308,763 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 13 Jan 2022 294,926 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 178,683 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))

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2019 177,366 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2017 175,711 miles

Front Oil leak ()

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 13 Jul 2016 159,683 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2016 159,594 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both [becoming excessive] (3.6.B.4d)

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

Front brake pads wearing low

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Headlamp patterns weak [ after market bulbs fitted] (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 4 Jul 2016 159,232 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour both (1.4.A.2f)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both [becoming excessive] (3.6.B.4d)

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

Front brake pads wearing low

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Headlamp patterns weak [ after market bulbs fitted] (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 10 Jul 2015 140,980 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 24 Jul 2014 120,866 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

n/s front tyre has some sidewall damage

o/s front tyre worn on inside edge

Fail 24 Jul 2014 120,866 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

n/s front tyre has some sidewall damage

o/s front tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 13 Jul 2013 107,094 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 87,002 miles

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 4 Aug 2011 69,037 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 51,399 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Aug 2009 39,599 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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WR56 LWM is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 WR56 LWM, 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.

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What year was WR56 LWM registered?

WR56 LWM is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 23 November 2006.

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