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34 SAM

2014 Mercedes-benz Viano

White Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

59,595 mi
Last recorded59,595 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2014 Mercedes-benz Viano85,469 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration34 SAM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2014
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 59,595 miles

exhaust hanger slightly corrode

Pass 30 Sep 2024 58,382 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective EXHAUST HANGER CORRODED JUST AFTER FLEXI (6.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2023 56,156 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2023 56,156 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 8 Aug 2022 53,610 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 48,862 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2020 43,581 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 39,546 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2019 39,539 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 25 Apr 2018 38,045 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2018 38,045 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Apr 2017 32,329 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Viano?

Based on 134,814 MOT tests across 8,421 vehicles.

76.0%
Pass Rate
9,441
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
8,421
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,410
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,125
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,075
Registration plate lamp not working 999
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 884
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34 SAM is a 2014 Mercedes-benz Viano in White with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2014 Mercedes-benz Viano models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 85,469 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 Viano fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,410 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 34 SAM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Viano typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 12 years old, this Mercedes-benz Viano is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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34 SAM is a 2014 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 23 April 2014.

Is 34 SAM safe to buy?

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