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HF56 HGG

2007 Mercedes-benz Vaneo

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

63,399 mi
Last recorded63,399 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz Vaneo55,244 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF56 HGG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVaneo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 63,399 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Dec 2025 63,399 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Brake performance unable to be tested off side front brake pipe leaking (1.2.1 (g))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2024 58,983 miles

Nearside Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule central rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule central rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Heavily perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Jan 2024 58,696 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Jan 2023 56,861 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

undertrays fitted at time of test

Fail 12 Jan 2023 56,861 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

undertrays fitted at time of test

Pass 27 Jan 2022 54,671 miles

Engine cover under trays and sill trims fitted

Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge wear both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Apr 2021 51,787 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brakepipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both front ()

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Both rear (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 13 May 2020 49,442 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brakepipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

Full length undertrays fitted

Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both front ()

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 7 May 2019 41,908 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

under trays fitted

Pass 10 May 2018 34,225 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 10 May 2018 34,223 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed OUT OF SHAPE (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge wear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 May 2017 28,230 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)

engine cover and under trays fitted

Pass 31 Mar 2016 21,543 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2016 21,541 miles

Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Exhaust system not adequately supported Rear (7.1.1)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 20 Feb 2015 17,242 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 20 Feb 2015 17,242 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 10 Jan 2014 15,515 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 13,465 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 11,350 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 9,566 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 9,096 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 7,312 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

nsr lamp cracked

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Vaneo?

Based on 44,621 MOT tests across 2,732 vehicles.

68.8%
Pass Rate
5,295
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
2,732
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,156
Stop lamp not working 1,496
Registration plate lamp not working 1,256
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,156
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 943
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HF56 HGG is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Vaneo in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2007 Mercedes-benz Vaneo models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 55,244 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Vaneo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,156 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HF56 HGG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Vaneo typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 19 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vaneo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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HF56 HGG is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Vaneo, first registered on 26 January 2007.

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