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WV06 VEM

2006 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2025
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

188,803 mi
Last recorded188,803 miles
Recorded on13 May 2024
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito121,092 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV06 VEM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 May 2024 188,803 miles

Front Suspension components corroded

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Cross-member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Under floor corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front to rear inner sills, both nearside and offside (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 13 May 2024 188,803 miles

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

Front Suspension components corroded

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Cross-member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Under floor corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front to rear inner sills, both nearside and offside (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 11 Apr 2023 188,759 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

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

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

corrosion to underbody panels

Pass 21 Oct 2021 188,027 miles

FRONT JACKING POINTS RUSTED HOLED

HEAT SHIELD ON SILENCER HANGING DOWN

Pass 11 Nov 2020 175,242 miles

O/S/R BRAKE PIPE SLIGHT CORROSION

Fail 9 Nov 2020 175,238 miles

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

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

O/S/R BRAKE PIPE SLIGHT CORROSION

REAR BRAKES SLIGHT BINDING

Pass 24 May 2019 170,463 miles

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

Fail 23 May 2019 170,463 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2018 164,839 miles

Nearside Front Outer sidewall sliced but no cord exsposed

Pass 5 Apr 2017 157,858 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 150,578 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 30 Mar 2015 139,907 miles

Brake pedal rubber worn

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 139,907 miles

Brake pedal rubber worn

Pass 3 Apr 2014 128,841 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2013 115,417 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

exhaust tail pipe rusty

unable to fully inspect both front and rear brake pads

Pass 10 Apr 2012 100,849 miles

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

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

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 85,097 miles

slight misting of oil on union on steering rack

Fail 21 Apr 2011 85,097 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

slight misting of oil on union on steering rack

Pass 29 Apr 2010 68,138 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 47,082 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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WV06 VEM is a 2006 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 70%.

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 WV06 VEM, 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 WV06 VEM registered?

WV06 VEM is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 26 April 2006.

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