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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.

LX56 VRM black Mercedes-Benz Vito – car details, MOT history and tax status
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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
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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.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
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

Pass154,706 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • 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

What MOT advisories mean

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.

  1. 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
  2. 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
  3. 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))
  4. 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))
  5. Pass142,933 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    142,933 miles
    Test number
    146868207196
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted obscuring some testable components.
  6. 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.
  7. 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))
  8. 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))
  9. Pass102,556 miles (+7,938)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    102,556 miles
    Test number
    524346114934

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. 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))
  11. Pass71,225 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    71,225 miles
    Test number
    321130053006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. 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)
  13. 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)
  14. 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)
  15. Pass60,872 miles (+4,336)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    60,872 miles
    Test number
    171136054842

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass56,536 miles (+7,904)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    56,536 miles
    Test number
    308722774204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass48,632 miles (+5,469)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    48,632 miles
    Test number
    127516533234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass43,163 miles (+6,320)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    43,163 miles
    Test number
    737714262283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass36,843 miles (+6,165)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    36,843 miles
    Test number
    948290061294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass30,678 miles (+6,409)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    30,678 miles
    Test number
    754309440286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. 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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