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HT56 VLJ

2007 Mercedes-benz V

White Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

79,322 mi
Last recorded79,322 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz V60,287 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT56 VLJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelV
Year2007
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 79,322 miles

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2025 67,249 miles

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2024 54,948 miles

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

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2023 45,077 miles

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

Nearside Front Seat slightly insecure

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

Oil leak from engine/gearbox but under trays restricting view

Wipers are poor

Fail 2 Mar 2023 44,942 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

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

Nearside Front Seat slightly insecure

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

Oil leak from engine/gearbox but under trays restricting view

Wipers are poor

Pass 4 Mar 2022 32,163 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2020 23,052 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz V?

Based on 145,330 MOT tests across 14,984 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
9,290
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
14,984
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,393
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,912
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,745
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,724
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 1,893
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HT56 VLJ is a 2007 Mercedes-benz V in White with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2007 Mercedes-benz V models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 60,287 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz V fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 4,393 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HT56 VLJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz V typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 19 years old, this Mercedes-benz V is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HT56 VLJ registered?

HT56 VLJ is a 2007 Mercedes-benz V, first registered on 1 January 2007.

Is HT56 VLJ safe to buy?

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