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HJ55 LTZ

2005 Mercedes-benz Vaneo

Grey Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vaneo52,671 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ55 LTZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVaneo
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc
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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2016

FRONT SUBFRAME OF VEHICLE SHOWING QUITE SEVERE CORROSION IN PLACES

PARKBRAKE HAS TO BE APPLIED WITH LARGE AMOUNT OF FORCE IN ORDER TO MEET MOT MINIMUM CRITERIA

Pass 24 Jun 2015 65,487 miles

PARK BRAKE HAS TO BE APPLIED WITH LARGE AMOUNT OF FORCE TO MEET MOT CRITERIA

both front brake disc back plates badly corroded

cracking apparent n/s/r tyre sidewall

engine check light and EPC light on constantly

Fail 12 Jun 2015 65,487 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

both front brake disc back plates badly corroded

cracking apparent n/s/r tyre sidewall

engine check light and EPC light on constantly

Pass 15 May 2014 65,196 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 56,334 miles

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

centre exhaust hanger slightly deteriorated

Pass 19 Jun 2012 47,987 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Mar 2012 45,966 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 42,607 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 41,044 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 32,340 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 29,289 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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
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HJ55 LTZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vaneo in Grey with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz Vaneo models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 52,671 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 HJ55 LTZ, 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 21 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vaneo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HJ55 LTZ registered?

HJ55 LTZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vaneo, first registered on 12 September 2005.

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