CarVerify

Free Car Check

HF56 HGK

2007 Mercedes-benz Vaneo

Black Diesel 1689cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

85,366 mi
Last recorded85,366 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz Vaneo55,244 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF56 HGK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVaneo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc
View full Mercedes-benz Vaneo reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 85,366 miles

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

Nearside Front Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Side repeater slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 19 Aug 2024 82,732 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2024 82,721 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Pass 21 Mar 2024 82,656 miles

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Fail 21 Mar 2024 82,656 miles

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Rear Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jan 2023 77,770 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

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

Fail 17 Jan 2023 77,766 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

Offside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

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

Pass 16 Feb 2022 75,055 miles

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn has play at steering wheel (2.2.2 (b))

Fail 31 Jan 2022 75,054 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn 2 bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn 2 bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Steering column attachment defective stiff steering , uj seized steering stiff. uj seized ? (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2021 70,930 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2021

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jan 2020 68,844 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 66,483 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 62,829 miles

conditioin of n/s cv boot

condition of exhaust and mounts

condition of rear d bushes

Pass 13 Mar 2017 59,186 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 54,277 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 49,439 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 43,653 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

condition of rear antiroll rubber

Pass 21 Mar 2013 37,766 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 30,759 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 24,159 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 18,023 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2010 18,023 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Vaneo?

Based on 44,621 MOT tests across 2,732 vehicles.

68.8%
Pass Rate
5,295
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
2,732
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,156
Stop lamp not working 1,496
Registration plate lamp not working 1,256
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,156
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 943
Full Mercedes-benz Vaneo reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

HF56 HGK is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Vaneo in Black with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 2007 Mercedes-benz Vaneo models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 55,244 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Vaneo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,156 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HF56 HGK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Vaneo typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 19 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vaneo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HF56 HGK?

You can check the full history of HF56 HGK by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was HF56 HGK registered?

HF56 HGK is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Vaneo, first registered on 31 January 2007.

Is HF56 HGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF56 HGK shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HF56 HGK have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on HF56 HGK. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.