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AO12 TJY

2012 Mercedes-benz Viano

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

120,400 mi
Last recorded120,400 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano93,372 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO12 TJY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 120,400 miles

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

both rear tyres worn on edges

Pass 24 Feb 2025 116,861 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2024 113,177 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2023 109,922 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 107,181 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Mar 2021 105,326 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2021 105,326 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Feb 2020 103,156 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 99,201 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2018 94,174 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2018 94,170 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

Central Rear Exhaust clamps missing

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

Nearside Front door mirror glass cracked

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 26 Jun 2017 91,259 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 26 Jun 2017 91,259 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Exhaust system not adequately supported rear hanger (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Feb 2016 78,035 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 67,587 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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AO12 TJY is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 93,372 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 AO12 TJY, 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 14 years old, this Mercedes-benz Viano is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO12 TJY registered?

AO12 TJY is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 16 May 2012.

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