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HK55 FVU

2006 Mercedes-benz Vito

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

77,207 mi
Last recorded77,207 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito121,092 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK55 FVU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 77,207 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2025 67,345 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Jan 2024 57,698 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 48,051 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2021 38,628 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 30,305 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 25,402 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2018 13,769 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 8,032 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2017 8,032 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 29 Dec 2016 5,751 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 5,513 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2015 5,513 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 20 Dec 2014 4,835 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2014 4,750 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2013 4,730 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 24 Dec 2012 4,558 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2012 4,558 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 16 Dec 2011 4,376 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 4,166 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2010 4,166 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Dec 2009 4,012 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 3,336 miles

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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HK55 FVU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 HK55 FVU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HK55 FVU registered?

HK55 FVU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 3 January 2006.

Is HK55 FVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK55 FVU shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HK55 FVU have outstanding finance?

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