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AP55 BYV

2005 Mercedes-benz Viano

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

284,258 mi
Last recorded284,258 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2015
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano103,409 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP55 BYV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2015 284,258 miles

Nearside Front brake slight bind

Offside Front brake slight bind

Pass 17 Nov 2014 272,800 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2013 253,422 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2013 253,422 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 9 Feb 2012 215,384 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 176,043 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2011 176,043 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 5 Feb 2010 144,124 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2010 144,124 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 12 Feb 2009 108,508 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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AP55 BYV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 103,409 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 AP55 BYV, 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 21 years old, this Mercedes-benz Viano is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AP55 BYV registered?

AP55 BYV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is AP55 BYV safe to buy?

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