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Mercedes-Benz Vito

Red · Diesel · 2006 · 2,148 cc

LX56 VTZMOT history

LX56 VTZ is a red diesel Mercedes-Benz Vito first used on 5 Oct 2006. Its MOT expired on 27 Oct 2025 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 298,501 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2024.

LX56 VTZ red Mercedes-Benz Vito – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mercedes-Benz Vito, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 27 Oct 2025
Mileage
298,501 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2024
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
15,316 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX56 VTZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Vito
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
5 Oct 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX56 VTZ was last recorded at 298,501 miles on 28 Oct 2024, 13,004 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
285,497 miles · 26 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
13,004 miles
Average per year
15,316 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 298,501 miles
  • 2023 – 285,497 miles
  • 2022 – 168,787 miles
  • 2021 – 161,275 miles
  • 2019 – 160,291 miles
  • 2016 – 159,513 miles
  • 2014 – 149,142 miles
  • 2013 – 131,862 miles
  • 2012 – 118,964 miles
  • 2011 – 111,878 miles
  • 2010 – 92,751 miles
  • 2009 – 67,490 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass298,501 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryUnder vehicle 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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • All brake pipes corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Slight corrosion on sills

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

18 tests since 28 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass298,501 miles (+13,004)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    298,501 miles
    Test number
    925167840545
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle corroded

  2. Pass285,497 miles (+116,710)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    285,497 miles
    Test number
    716561914404
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass168,787 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    168,787 miles
    Test number
    431355854985

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail168,787 miles (+7,512)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,787 miles
    Test number
    106540145228
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass161,275 miles (+984)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    161,275 miles
    Test number
    679111115468
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass160,291 miles (+19)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    160,291 miles
    Test number
    938488061524
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on sills

  7. Fail160,272 miles (+759)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,272 miles
    Test number
    122754950186
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on sills

  8. Pass159,513 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    159,513 miles
    Test number
    111941595118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail159,513 miles (+10,371)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,513 miles
    Test number
    238048189063
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  10. Pass149,142 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    149,142 miles
    Test number
    536916924364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail149,142 miles (+17,280)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,142 miles
    Test number
    586045324304
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  12. Pass131,862 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    131,862 miles
    Test number
    176395523315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail131,862 miles (+12,898)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,862 miles
    Test number
    485104623423
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass118,964 miles (+7,086)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    118,964 miles
    Test number
    708578092204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass111,878 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    111,878 miles
    Test number
    409751991249
    • NoteOffside mirror is slightly damaged

  16. Fail111,876 miles (+19,125)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,876 miles
    Test number
    657751291276
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOffside mirror is slightly damaged

  17. Pass92,751 miles (+25,261)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    92,751 miles
    Test number
    850714890259
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  18. Pass67,490 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    67,490 miles
    Test number
    404231879264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX56 VTZ

Does LX56 VTZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX56 VTZ expired on 27 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX56 VTZ?
The MOT on LX56 VTZ expired on 27 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX56 VTZ done?
LX56 VTZ was recorded at 298,501 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2024, an average of 15,316 miles a year.
Has LX56 VTZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX56 VTZ has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on LX56 VTZ 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 VTZ find?
LX56 VTZ passed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2024 with 4 advisories: offside front tyre worn; oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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