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WU56 FMZ

2007 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

312,665 mi
Last recorded312,665 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2023
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz Vito122,038 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU56 FMZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2023 312,665 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear slight damage to nearside rear lamp

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 24 Jan 2023 312,665 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible dip (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear slight damage to nearside rear lamp

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible dip (4.1.4 (c))

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2022 290,702 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

slight damage to n/s rear light lense

Fail 20 Jan 2022 290,702 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

slight damage to n/s rear light lense

Pass 25 Jan 2021 268,741 miles

front exhaust flexi deteriorating and slight blow

minor chips in windscreen

o/s front indicator bulb deteriorating

rear brake discs lipped

slight damage to n/s rear light lense

Pass 8 Jan 2020 223,226 miles

all four tyres getting low

rear exhaust mount broken off but system still insecure

rear number plate deteriorating

slight oil leak

Pass 19 Jan 2019 172,975 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

front tyres wearing slightly on inner edge

o/s mirror casing loose

Pass 24 Jan 2018 150,036 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 128,042 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Jan 2016 105,308 miles

handbrake only just met efficiency

Fail 19 Jan 2016 105,308 miles

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

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

handbrake only just met efficiency

Pass 30 Jan 2015 86,259 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 30 Jan 2015 86,259 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 15 Jan 2014 71,348 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 62,010 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 56,678 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

offside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 14 Jan 2011 46,012 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 36,411 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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WU56 FMZ is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 WU56 FMZ, 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 WU56 FMZ registered?

WU56 FMZ is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 26 January 2007.

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