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A8 SJN

2011 Mercedes-benz Viano

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Apr 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

39,281 mi
Last recorded39,281 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz Viano99,516 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 SJN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 39,281 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2026 39,281 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2025 37,292 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 35,671 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 32,554 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2023 32,554 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Mar 2022 31,532 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2021 30,433 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 29,417 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 26,709 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 25,143 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both wearing on inside (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Mar 2017 23,192 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2017 23,189 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 20,159 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 16,016 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 11,943 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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A8 SJN is a 2011 Mercedes-benz Viano in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2011 Mercedes-benz Viano models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 99,516 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 A8 SJN, 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 15 years old, this Mercedes-benz Viano is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A8 SJN registered?

A8 SJN is a 2011 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 21 March 2011.

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The MOT history for A8 SJN shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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