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HN55 UEW

2005 Mercedes-benz Vito

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

150,024 mi
Last recorded150,024 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito113,960 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN55 UEW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 150,024 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2025 150,024 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2024 146,925 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2023 141,438 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2022 134,689 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 131,152 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Dec 2021 131,132 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2020 120,838 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2020 120,837 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Offside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Pass 5 Nov 2019 111,000 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2019 110,992 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Oct 2018 102,978 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 94,726 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 87,433 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 77,458 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 69,797 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 59,181 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 49,119 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 May 2011 43,110 miles

front and rear brake discs surfce sligtly corroding

Pass 6 Nov 2009 37,345 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 13 Oct 2008 33,680 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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HN55 UEW is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 113,960 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 HN55 UEW, 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 21 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 HN55 UEW?

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What year was HN55 UEW registered?

HN55 UEW is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 1 November 2005.

Is HN55 UEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for HN55 UEW shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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