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HK06 VXX

2006 Mercedes-benz Vito

Green Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

246,178 mi
Last recorded246,178 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito121,092 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK06 VXX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2026 246,178 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jack point getting very corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material going to rear brake hose getting corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis getting corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jack point getting very corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis getting corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive cross member getting very corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

steering rack getting worn

Fail 4 Sep 2026 246,178 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jack point getting very corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material going to rear brake hose getting corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis getting corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jack point getting very corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis getting corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive cross member getting very corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

steering rack getting worn

Pass 4 Jul 2025 238,601 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner tie rod (drum stick)slight wear.

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

Fail 2 Jul 2025 238,601 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Inner tie rod (drum stick)slight wear.

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

Pass 4 Jul 2024 377,632 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Fail 3 Jul 2024 377,629 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

General Underbody Corrosion

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 4 Jul 2023 233,142 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/ 55/ 16 (5.2.3 (e))

headlamps cloudy and pattern weak

Pass 22 Apr 2022 232,224 miles

both headlamps cloudy

exhaust rusty and slightly blowing

Fail 22 Apr 2022 232,224 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

both headlamps cloudy

exhaust rusty and slightly blowing

Pass 29 Apr 2021 230,878 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 227,969 miles

both headlamps cloudy

exhaust rusty and slightly blowing

Pass 19 Jul 2018 226,647 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 222,072 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Jun 2016 213,005 miles

nearside rear tyre wearing on edges

Pass 1 Jul 2015 209,618 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 205,182 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

exhaust poor condition

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 18 Jun 2013 185,606 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside front tyre torn on outer sidewall

Pass 18 Jun 2013 185,606 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside front tyre torn on outer sidewall

Pass 21 Jun 2012 158,240 miles

both front wiper blades smear the windscreen

Pass 22 Jun 2011 135,972 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2011 135,972 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jun 2010 109,069 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 82,156 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

acceptable body damage nearside

nearside loading door secured in closed position

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Vito?

Based on 2,011,702 MOT tests across 164,434 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
9,235
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
164,434
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 49,564
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 46,783
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 43,234
Brake pipe excessively corroded 37,987
Stop lamp not working 33,048
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HK06 VXX is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito in Green with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 121,092 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Vito fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 49,564 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HK06 VXX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Vito typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 20 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vito is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HK06 VXX registered?

HK06 VXX is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 1 July 2006.

Is HK06 VXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK06 VXX shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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