
Mercedes-Benz Vito
Black · Diesel · 2006 · 2,148 cc
LX56 VRMMOT history
LX56 VRM is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz Vito first used on 1 Sept 2006. Its MOT expired on 10 Sept 2026 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 154,706 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2025.

- MOT
- Expired
- On 10 Sept 2026
- Mileage
- 154,706 mi
- At MOT on 11 Sept 2025
- MOT tests
- 21
- 15 passed · 6 failed
- Per year
- 8,133 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LX56 VRM
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- Mercedes-Benz
- Model
- Vito
- Colour
- Black
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,148 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2006
- First used
- 1 Sept 2006
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 10 Sept 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 11 Sept 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
LX56 VRM was last recorded at 154,706 miles on 11 Sept 2025, 5,726 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Nov 2024.
- Previous MOT
- 148,980 miles · 29 Nov 2024
- Between the last two tests
- 5,726 miles
- Average per year
- 8,133 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 154,706 miles
- 2024 – 148,980 miles
- 2023 – 142,933 miles
- 2020 – 129,736 miles
- 2019 – 102,556 miles
- 2018 – 71,225 miles
- 2017 – 62,430 miles
- 2015 – 60,872 miles
- 2014 – 56,536 miles
- 2013 – 48,632 miles
- 2012 – 43,163 miles
- 2011 – 36,843 miles
- 2010 – 30,678 miles
- 2009 – 24,269 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryOffside Front jacking point is corroded
Recurring issues
Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.
Central Rear Exhaust mounting defective
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Offside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Jacking point
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Rear Exhaust mounting defective
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Engine cover fitted obscuring some testable components.
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Full MOT history
21 tests since 28 Aug 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass154,706 miles2 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Sept 2026
- Odometer
- 154,706 miles
- Test number
- 574685852888
- MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front jacking point is corroded
Fail154,706 miles (+5,726)1 repaired2 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 154,706 miles
- Test number
- 843621263339
- Repaired at testOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front jacking point is corroded
Pass148,980 miles (+25)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 Nov 2025
- Odometer
- 148,980 miles
- Test number
- 641998954957
- AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
Fail148,955 miles (+6,022)8 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 148,955 miles
- Test number
- 980768772561
- MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
- MajorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
Pass142,933 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 21 Nov 2024
- Odometer
- 142,933 miles
- Test number
- 146868207196
- AdvisoryEngine cover fitted obscuring some testable components.
Fail142,933 miles (+13,197)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 142,933 miles
- Test number
- 686066570174
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
- DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer edge. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryEngine cover fitted obscuring some testable components.
Pass129,736 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Mar 2021
- Odometer
- 129,736 miles
- Test number
- 486414283066
- AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
Fail129,736 miles (+27,180)1 repaired2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 129,736 miles
- Test number
- 268220510138
- Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
Pass102,556 miles (+7,938)
- MOT expiry
- 24 Feb 2020
- Odometer
- 102,556 miles
- Test number
- 524346114934
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass94,618 miles (+23,393)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 9 Feb 2020
- Odometer
- 94,618 miles
- Test number
- 411394903570
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass71,225 miles (+2)
- MOT expiry
- 9 Feb 2019
- Odometer
- 71,225 miles
- Test number
- 321130053006
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail71,223 miles (+8,793)2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 71,223 miles
- Test number
- 298897421574
- FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
- FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Pass62,430 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Feb 2018
- Odometer
- 62,430 miles
- Test number
- 667968291604
- AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Fail62,430 miles (+1,558)3 repaired3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 62,430 miles
- Test number
- 622798956138
- Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
- Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Pass60,872 miles (+4,336)
- MOT expiry
- 16 Nov 2016
- Odometer
- 60,872 miles
- Test number
- 171136054842
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass56,536 miles (+7,904)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Sept 2015
- Odometer
- 56,536 miles
- Test number
- 308722774204
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass48,632 miles (+5,469)
- MOT expiry
- 19 Sept 2014
- Odometer
- 48,632 miles
- Test number
- 127516533234
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass43,163 miles (+6,320)
- MOT expiry
- 19 Sept 2013
- Odometer
- 43,163 miles
- Test number
- 737714262283
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass36,843 miles (+6,165)
- MOT expiry
- 16 Sept 2012
- Odometer
- 36,843 miles
- Test number
- 948290061294
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass30,678 miles (+6,409)
- MOT expiry
- 5 Sept 2011
- Odometer
- 30,678 miles
- Test number
- 754309440286
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass24,269 miles
- MOT expiry
- 1 Sept 2010
- Odometer
- 24,269 miles
- Test number
- 941740749214
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about LX56 VRM
- Does LX56 VRM currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on LX56 VRM expired on 10 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on LX56 VRM?
- The MOT on LX56 VRM expired on 10 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has LX56 VRM done?
- LX56 VRM was recorded at 154,706 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2025, an average of 8,133 miles a year.
- Has LX56 VRM ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LX56 VRM has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Sept 2025.
- Has the mileage on LX56 VRM ever gone down?
- No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
- What did the latest MOT on LX56 VRM find?
- LX56 VRM passed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2025 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.
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