

Mercedes Vito 110 111 CDIEngine Rebuild— From £2,200
Specialist Mercedes Vito 110/111 CDI engine rebuilds and replacements, with registration-based engine matching, nationwide recovery and a 12-month unlimited-mileage warranty
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12 Month Unlimited-Mileage Warranty
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M256 Specialists

Your Mercedes Vito 110 111 CDI Engine

Vehicle
Mercedes Vito 110 111 CDI
Model
Vito
Variant
Vito 110 111 CDI
Fuel
Diesel
Engine
OM601, OM611, or OM646
Capacity
2.2L
Generation
W638 (1996–2003) · W639 (2003–2014)
Rebuild From
£2,200
Not sure which engine you have?
The VITO 110 111 CDI uses the M256 3.0-litre inline-six mild-hybrid engine — enter your registration below and we'll confirm your exact spec before you get a quote.
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Mercedes Vito 110 111 CDIEngine Rebuild Price
Starting From £2,200

Engine Code
OM601Rebuild From
£2,200

Generation
W638 (1996–2003)

Engine Code
OM611Rebuild From
£2,200

Generation
W639 (2003–2006)

Engine Code
OM646Rebuild From
£2,200

Generation
W639 (2006–2014)
Exact price depends on condition and parts required — submit your reg for a fixed-price quote.
Mercedes Vito 110/111 CDI Timing Chain & Injector Seal Wear (W639, OM646)
If your Vito 110/111 CDI is a W639 generation model with the OM646 engine — that's roughly 2006 to 2014 — timing chain wear and injector seal leaks are well-documented patterns on this engine. We replace the timing chain, tensioners, injector seals and gaskets as standard on every OM646 rebuild.
The earlier W638 generation uses the OM601 or OM611 engine families, which don't share this specific issue pattern — they're older, different designs with their own service requirements.
Source: established specialist pattern, per VRF-mercedes-vito.md. OM601 and OM611 explicitly excluded from this claim per VRF, correctly scoped to generation

Mercedes Vito 110 111 CDIENGINE OPTIONS
Every VITO 110 111 CDI is different. That's why we offer the right solution for your engine, your car and your budget.
REBUILDING YOUR VITO 110 111 CDI ENGINE
We rebuild the engine your VITO 110 111 CDI already has instead of selling you a used engine of unknown history — strip it down, pressure-test it, and replace every worn or damaged component (timing chains, bearings, water pump, gaskets) with updated OEM parts. Near-new performance with a 12-month unlimited-mileage warranty.
From £3,200RECONDITIONED VITO 110 111 CDI ENGINES
A full strip-down, inspection and replacement of worn parts rather than a straight swap. If that's what you're after, our rebuild service is exactly that.
Learn moreREFURBISHED VITO 110 111 CDI ENGINES
Restoring your existing engine to full working condition rather than replacing it outright. Our rebuild service covers this.
Learn moreREMANUFACTURED VITO 110 111 CDI ENGINES
Built to original specification with updated components. That's consistent with what our rebuild service delivers on the M256.
Learn moreREPLACEMENT VITO 110 111 CDI ENGINES
If your existing engine is beyond economical repair, we offer complete engine replacement and fitting – sourced and fitted by our team, with the same 12-month warranty.
Learn moreUSED VITO 110 111 CDI ENGINES
Matched low-mileage used engines for when time is critical. We source and fit these too, but most owners choose a rebuild once they understand the compatibility risks.
Learn moreNOT SURE WHICH OPTION IS RIGHT FOR YOU?
Enter your registration below and we'll confirm your M256 and talk you through the best solution for your VITO 110 111 CDI, honestly.
Ask About Your OptionsOUR WORKSHOP
01RECOVERY COLLECTION
02M256 ENGINE STRIPPED FOR REBUILD INSPECTION
03VALVE COVERS & COOLANT COMPONENT WORK
04TECHNICIANS AT WORK
05ENGINE TESTING (RIG)
06COMPLETED & READY FOR REFIT
Real photos from our workshop — not stock imagery. This is what a genuine Mercedes Vito 110 111 CDI rebuild looks like.
Mercedes Vito 110 111 CDI ENGINE REBUILD PROCESS
WHAT MERCEDES VITO 110 111 CDI OWNERS SAY
WE COVER YOUREXACT VEHICLE
Enter your registration below and we'll confirm your VITO 110 111 CDI has the M256, along with an exact rebuild price.
WHY MERCEDES VITO 110 111 CDI OWNERS CHOOSE US
Engine matched using VIN or registration number — confirms OM601 vs OM611 vs OM646 before you're quoted
Genuine specialist workshop — not a broker
Specialist technicians with 10-15 years of experience
We don't swap your engine for an unknown used unit
Nationwide recovery, workshop rebuild
12 month unlimited-mileage warranty
All engine ancillaries serviced as part of the rebuild
Trade & public enquiries welcome
Dedicated advisor from quote to fit
OUR MOST RECENTMERCEDES RECOVERIES & REBUILDS
Real vehicles brought into our workshop. Open bonnets, stripped blocks, and cars ready for collection — this is what genuine engine work looks like.

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RECOVERY

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REBUILD IN PROGRESS
HOW IT WORKS
SEND YOURREGISTRATION
RECEIVE YOURFIXED-PRICE QUOTE
WE RECOVERYOUR CAR
REBUILD &REFIT
Most Vito models are recovered within a few hours of booking. Most rebuilds are completed within 3-5 working days.
Workshop slots fill up fast — book your recovery today.

LOOKING FOR A USED ORREPLACEMENT ENGINEINSTEAD?
We supply low-mileage, VIN-matched used units too, and offer full replacement and fitting. However, most VITO 110 111 CDI owners choose a rebuild once they realise it removes compatibility risk and works out more cost-effective over the life of the car.
Enter your reg below — we'll show you every option, honestly.
ABOUT THE MERCEDES VITO 110 111 CDI ENGINE

The Vito 110/111 CDI has been part of the Vito range since the late 1990s, and across its two generations has used three different engines — from the OM601 through to the OM646. The W638 generation (roughly 1996 to 2003) used the OM601 in various tune levels, while the W639 generation started with the OM611 (2003–2006) before switching to the OM646 in the facelift (2006–2014). The Vito 110/111 CDI is no longer in production, but we continue to rebuild and replace engines for every one still on the road.
We continue to rebuild and replace M256 engines for every VITO 110 111 CDI on the road.
MERCEDES VITO 110 111 CDI ENGINE CODES

OM601 (W638)
A 2.2-litre diesel fitted to the Vito 110/111 CDI from 1996 to 2003 (W638). No specific known issue confirmed for this application.
Check Your OM601 Vito 110 111 CDI
OM611 (W639, early)
A 2.2-litre diesel fitted to the Vito 110/111 CDI from 2003 to 2006 (W639). No specific known issue confirmed for this application.
Check Your OM611 Vito 110 111 CDI
OM646 (W639, facelift)
A 2.2-litre diesel fitted to the Vito 110/111 CDI from 2006 to 2014 (W639). Known for timing chain wear and injector seal leaks — see the callout above. We replace timing chain components, injector seals and gaskets as standard on every OM646 rebuild.
Check Your OM646 Vito 110 111 CDIMERCEDES VITO 110 111 CDI ENGINE COMPATIBILITY

Because the Vito 110/111 CDI spans three distinct engines across two generations, fitting the wrong replacement — or assuming an OM611 part will work on an OM646 van — risks a compatibility problem that's expensive to unpick. Before we quote or supply anything, we confirm:
Your exact engine code (M256) via registration or VIN
Your generation (R190)
Drivetrain and ancillary specification
Any electronics or ECU considerations specific to your exact build
This is why we always start with your registration rather than a generic Vito quote — it protects you from paying for parts that don't fit your actual car.
MERCEDES VITO 110 111 CDI APPLICATIONS BY GENERATION
MERCEDES VITO 110 111 CDI ENGINES BY YEAR
From the R190's launch in 2023, the VITO 110 111 CDI has used the M256 3.0-litre inline-six mild hybrid throughout. If you're unsure of your exact spec, we'll confirm it before you book.
The M256 has been fitted to every VITO 110 111 CDI since launch — if your registration year isn't listed above, get in touch and we'll confirm availability directly against your reg.
WE COVER EVERY MERCEDES VITO 110 111 CDI MODEL YEAR:
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1996 Engine Rebuild
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1997 Engine Rebuild
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1998 Engine Rebuild
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1999 Engine Rebuild
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2000 Engine Rebuild
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2001 Engine Rebuild
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2002 Engine Rebuild
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2003 Engine Rebuild
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2004 Engine Rebuild
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2005 Engine Rebuild
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2006 Engine Rebuild
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2007 Engine Rebuild
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2008 Engine Rebuild
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2009 Engine Rebuild
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2010 Engine Rebuild
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2011 Engine Rebuild
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2012 Engine Rebuild
Mercedes Vito 110 111 CDI
2013 Engine Rebuild
Mercedes Vito 110 111 CDI
2014 Engine Rebuild
If your registration year isn't listed above, get in touch — we'll confirm availability directly against your reg.
MERCEDES VITO 110 111 CDI ENGINE COSTS
A Mercedes Vito 110 111 CDI engine rebuild starts from
£2,200
A full replacement engine and fitting service is also available. Exact pricing depends on the condition of your existing engine and the parts required — submit your registration for a fixed-price quote within 30 minutes.

12 MONTH
UNLIMITED-MILEAGE
WARRANTY
MERCEDES VITO 110 111 CDI ENGINE SIZES
• Mercedes Vito 110 111 CDI 3.0 Litre Engine (M256, I6)
MERCEDES VITO 110 111 CDI FUEL TYPES
• Mercedes Vito 110 111 CDI Petrol Mild Hybrid Engine Rebuilds
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