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HK56 FTE

2006 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

143,124 mi
Last recorded143,124 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito121,092 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK56 FTE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 143,124 miles

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

Parking brake travel close to limit

Pass 4 Mar 2025 140,969 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2024 139,341 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Parking brake travel close to limit

Pass 23 Feb 2023 137,923 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 134,720 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2022 134,716 miles

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

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 23 Feb 2021 128,542 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Feb 2020 123,302 miles

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

Rear differential seal leaking

Pass 28 Feb 2019 117,884 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2018 112,277 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 20 Mar 2017 104,692 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 95,917 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 92,016 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 87,893 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 80,775 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 67,420 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2012 67,420 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2010 52,150 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 37,362 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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HK56 FTE is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 HK56 FTE, 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

How do I check the history of HK56 FTE?

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What year was HK56 FTE registered?

HK56 FTE is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 7 December 2006.

Is HK56 FTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK56 FTE shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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