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YP56 PUJ

2006 Mercedes-benz Vito

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests27 (17 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate63%

Mileage

134,983 mi
Last recorded134,983 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito121,092 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP56 PUJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

17 pass 10 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2025 134,983 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2024 119,031 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 11 Nov 2024 119,031 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2023 108,588 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Nov 2023 108,108 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2022 94,192 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2022 94,117 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 85,159 miles

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

Fail 25 Oct 2021 85,159 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2020 76,178 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2020 76,150 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 195/65r16c (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2019 70,053 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2019 69,314 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 195/65r16c (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 9 Nov 2018 60,663 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2017 57,027 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 9 Nov 2016 53,117 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2016 53,117 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 9 Nov 2015 48,448 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2015 48,445 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 5 Nov 2014 44,318 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside front tyre wearing on outer & inner edges.

Pass 4 Nov 2013 39,775 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 34,973 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2012 34,973 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2011 30,228 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2010 24,704 miles

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

Fail 9 Nov 2010 24,704 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Nov 2009 19,717 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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YP56 PUJ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YP56 PUJ, 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

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What year was YP56 PUJ registered?

YP56 PUJ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 9 November 2006.

Is YP56 PUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP56 PUJ shows 27 tests with a 63% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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