2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito 3.0L Diesel · FD06 YJA

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent pass record over the last three years. The most recent inspection in June 2025 at 135,396 miles resulted in a clean pass with no defects, indicating that the vehicle currently meets minimum legal standards. While a failure occurred in June 2023 at 125,003 miles, the subsequent rectification and following passes suggest that the owner addresses mechanical or safety issues promptly. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a low-use vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 6,700 miles per year. Between July 2024 and June 2025, the vehicle covered 3,175 miles, while the previous interval saw 7,073 miles between the 2023 and 2024 tests. This steady, low accumulation reduces the strain on drivetrain components compared to high-mile examples, though the age of the vehicle increases the risk of rubber component degradation regardless of distance traveled. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and sills, as older Mercedes Vitos are prone to corrosion despite low mileage. Given the lack of recorded minor advisories, the tester has not flagged immediate wear on suspension bushes or coil springs, which often manifest on heavy commercial-duty vans. Verify the brake system for any binding calipers or thin discs to ensure the clean MOT history reflects the actual mechanical condition of the hardware.