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WU56 JXX

2006 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

153,273 mi
Last recorded153,273 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito121,092 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU56 JXX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2025 153,273 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/65r16 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside headlamp misted, beam image ok

Rear both brake backing plates corroding

Pass 11 Jan 2024 148,825 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2023 141,921 miles

Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2022 132,957 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 111,650 miles

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

Fail 12 Jan 2021 111,650 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 27 Dec 2019 98,957 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2018 95,012 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Dec 2017 90,840 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre wearing on inner and outer edges

Offside Front Tyres wearing on inner edge

Fail 22 Dec 2017 90,840 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre wearing on inner and outer edges

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

Offside Front Tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 28 Dec 2016 85,044 miles

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

Fail 28 Dec 2016 85,044 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 29 Dec 2015 75,080 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

PARKING BRAKE EFFICIENCY ONLY JUST MET ADVISE BRAKE CHECK ASAP

odd coil springs fitted to rear

Pass 11 Sep 2014 60,020 miles

Offside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 14 Sep 2013 52,330 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2012 42,897 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2012 42,897 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 38,267 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 31,418 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2010 31,418 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Aug 2009 24,387 miles

Nearside 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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WU56 JXX is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 WU56 JXX, 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 WU56 JXX?

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What year was WU56 JXX registered?

WU56 JXX is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 9 September 2006.

Is WU56 JXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU56 JXX shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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