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BG55 WKJ

2005 Mercedes-benz Viano

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2025
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

137,422 mi
Last recorded137,422 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2024
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano103,409 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG55 WKJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2024 137,422 miles

General Under Body Corrosion

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush Both Sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Oct 2024 137,422 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

General Under Body Corrosion

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush Both Sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2023 137,312 miles

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

Fail 12 Jul 2023 137,311 miles

Central Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Nearside Front Direction indicator missing wing mirror indicator (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 8 Jun 2023 137,302 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Nearside Front Direction indicator missing wing mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Obligatory mirror insecure wing mirror damaged (3.3 (b) (ii))

Passenger compartment passenger compartment in such a condition that it permits the entry of exhaust fumes injector seal (6.2.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/60/16 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/60/16 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Other passenger door likely to open inadvertently or not remain closed (6.2.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 6 Jul 2022 134,952 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 127,271 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 105,887 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))

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

Pass 29 Mar 2019 102,158 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 97,054 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 90,854 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 85,282 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 79,009 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2014 79,009 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

brake warning lamp lit

Pass 21 Mar 2013 76,130 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 73,602 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2012 73,602 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 27 Jan 2011 62,482 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2011 62,483 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 22 Feb 2010 54,808 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2008 42,922 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2008 42,559 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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BG55 WKJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 BG55 WKJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG55 WKJ registered?

BG55 WKJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 18 November 2005.

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