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BF61 WFR

2011 Mercedes-benz Viano

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

87,016 mi
Last recorded87,016 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2025
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz Viano99,516 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF61 WFR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2025 87,016 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Mar 2025 87,016 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 5 Mar 2025 87,015 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Leading to flexible brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Leading to flexible brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Nearside parking brake effort lower than expected, adjustment or repair may be required

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

Pass 3 Nov 2022 84,880 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear at rear leading to flexible hoses (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust mounting defective Front and rear (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))

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

Parking brake lever nearing end of travel

Pass 11 Nov 2021 76,560 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2021 76,560 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low Both front headlight aim low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 76,473 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 23 Aug 2021 76,473 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2020 73,616 miles

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

Fail 23 Apr 2020 73,616 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Mar 2019 68,418 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material underbody (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 2 Oct 2017 62,248 miles

front brake pads wearing thin

Pass 7 Apr 2016 52,678 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 48,956 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 35,327 miles

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

Offside Front 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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BF61 WFR is a 2011 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 66.7%.

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 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 BF61 WFR, 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 BF61 WFR registered?

BF61 WFR is a 2011 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 29 September 2011.

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