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HG05 ODY

2005 Mercedes-benz Vaneo

Grey Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2022
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

55,852 mi
Last recorded55,852 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2021
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vaneo52,671 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG05 ODY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVaneo
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc
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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2021 55,852 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases join area (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer shoulder worn (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Outer C/V gaitor greasy

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged cracking (5.2.3 (j))

Offside headlamp image slightly hazy

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

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

slight movement detected from steering wheel

undertrays fitted hiding floor areas

Fail 11 Aug 2021 55,851 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases join area (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer shoulder worn (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Outer C/V gaitor greasy

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged cracking (5.2.3 (j))

Offside headlamp image slightly hazy

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

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

slight movement detected from steering wheel

undertrays fitted hiding floor areas

Pass 21 May 2019 49,453 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged cracking (5.2.3 (j))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel also top & bottom movement (2.3 (a) (i))

undertrays fitted

wheelchair access rear seats removed

Fail 20 May 2019 49,453 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear lense broken (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Side repeater incorrect colour both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged both sides split (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged cracking (5.2.3 (j))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel also top & bottom movement (2.3 (a) (i))

undertrays fitted

wheelchair access rear seats removed

Pass 30 May 2018 44,261 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2018 44,211 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (2.4.A.3)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 11 Apr 2017 43,696 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2017 43,696 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut fractured (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 2 Apr 2016 42,610 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2016 42,609 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 40,414 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

centre exhaust mounting corroded

Pass 24 Apr 2014 37,280 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2014 37,280 miles

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 23 Apr 2013 34,240 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 22 Apr 2013 34,232 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Apr 2012 30,682 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Apr 2011 23,791 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 16,786 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 13,085 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2008 8,383 miles

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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HG05 ODY is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vaneo in Grey with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz Vaneo models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 52,671 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HG05 ODY, 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 21 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vaneo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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HG05 ODY is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vaneo, first registered on 23 May 2005.

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