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LF07 HKU

2007 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

326,688 mi
Last recorded326,688 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2018
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz Vito122,038 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF07 HKU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2018 326,688 miles

Catalytic converter loose inside

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Slight exhaust leak from centre silencer box

Fail 23 Nov 2018 326,688 miles

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

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

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

Catalytic converter loose inside

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Slight exhaust leak from centre silencer box

Slight mist of fuel leak around fuel tank area

Pass 14 Nov 2017 316,051 miles

Catalytic converter is loose inside

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

Nearside Rear lamp unit lens damaged slightly

Oil leak ()

slight diesel leak from fuel tank

Fail 14 Nov 2017 316,051 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

slight diesel leak from fuel tank

Catalytic converter is loose inside

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

Nearside Rear lamp unit lens damaged slightly

Oil leak ()

Pass 25 Nov 2016 298,512 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front tyres have wall damage (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Nov 2015 275,884 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

catalytic converter is loose inside the casing although emissions are okay

oil leak from engine

Fail 6 Nov 2015 275,884 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Catalytic converter is loose inside casing, although emissions are okay

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak from engine

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Nov 2014 250,206 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 232,794 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 134,107 miles

off-side front headlamp has water ingress

Pass 17 Nov 2011 203,086 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2011 203,086 miles

Headlamp switch insecure (1.7.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear fog lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (1.3.2a)

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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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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LF07 HKU is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2007 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 122,038 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LF07 HKU, 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 19 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 LF07 HKU registered?

LF07 HKU is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 31 December 2007.

Is LF07 HKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF07 HKU shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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