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HG06 EFX

2006 Mercedes-benz Vaneo

Grey Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

34,275 mi
Last recorded34,275 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Vaneo42,934 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG06 EFX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVaneo
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 34,275 miles

Front both nsf and osf drive shaft joint constant velocity boot slightly deteriorated

Pass 30 Apr 2025 32,493 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 29,919 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 26,340 miles
Fail 11 May 2023 26,338 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Mar 2020 26,300 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2019 25,937 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 25,380 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 24,817 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2017 24,815 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit ON LIMIT (4.1.E.1)

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Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit ON LIMIT (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Feb 2016 23,272 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

near side rear tyre cracking

off side rear tyre cracking

Pass 24 Mar 2015 22,266 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 21,347 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2014 21,345 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Brake hydraulic reservoir cap missing (3.6.G.1a)

Pass 12 Mar 2013 20,519 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 19,205 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 14,967 miles

offside mirror cracked

Fail 16 Feb 2011 14,967 miles

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

Rear brake discs corroded

offside mirror cracked

Pass 10 Feb 2010 12,037 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 6,378 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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HG06 EFX is a 2006 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 80%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz Vaneo models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 42,934 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 HG06 EFX, 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 20 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vaneo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HG06 EFX registered?

HG06 EFX is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vaneo, first registered on 5 April 2006.

Is HG06 EFX safe to buy?

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