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2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito 2.1L Diesel · LF56 AYW

LF56 AYW

2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito (2.1L, diesel). First registered 27 Oct 2006. Recorded mileage 111,264 miles. MOT valid until 31 Oct 2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
MERCEDES-BENZ VITO
Year / Origin
2006 · Stanmore (North London)
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Valid until 31 Oct 2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
111,264 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.1L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

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Official DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.

MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 31 Oct 2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2006
Engine
2148cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT status following a pass on 31 October 2025 at 111,264 miles. The recent test history demonstrates a stable trend, with four consecutive passes recorded since July 2022. Each of these inspections concluded without any advisories or failures, suggesting that the vehicle met the minimum statutory safety standards at the time of each assessment. The recorded mileage of 111,264 over a twenty-year period equates to an average of approximately 5,563 miles per annum. This low usage rate is consistent across the provided four-year window, where the vehicle covered roughly 30,000 miles between July 2022 and October 2025. While the low annual mileage may suggest limited heavy-duty use, it also warrants scrutiny for potential issues associated with long-term standing, such as perished rubber components, seized brake calipers, or degraded fluids that do not appear on a standard MOT check. Prospective buyers should focus their physical inspection on areas not fully captured by the MOT test, specifically the structural integrity of the chassis and subframes. Given the age of this Mercedes-Benz Vito, check for hidden corrosion behind plastic trim panels and underseal, as these areas often escape surface-level inspection. Examine the condition of suspension bushes, ball joints, and coil springs for signs of fatigue or rubber cracking, as these components frequently deteriorate with age regardless of mileage. Verify that all electrical systems and secondary mechanical functions remain operational, as the MOT test is limited to specific safety-critical items. Buying Score: 72. Risk Level: Low.
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LF56 AYW Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 31/10/2025
  • 111,264 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring lighting items (7 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

LF56 AYW MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 4 Oct 2026, 12:37
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito (LF56 AYW) between July 2022 and October 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 11 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (7 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 11 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

LF56 AYW Mileage History

  1. 29/07/2022107,759 mi
  2. 28/10/2023109,492 mi+1,733 mi
  3. 01/11/2024110,430 mi+938 mi
  4. 31/10/2025111,264 mi+834 mi

Average of roughly 1,076 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges
Recall Notice Outstanding

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
75
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
! Older vehicle
✗ Outstanding recall notice
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