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BG56 JHK

2006 Mercedes-benz Viano

Green Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

82,351 mi
Last recorded82,351 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Viano108,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG56 JHK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 82,351 miles

Both Near side tyres are rated as commercial. Both Off side tyres are not

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Front & Rear suspension generally corroded

Nearside Rear Unable to access seat belt as seat stuck in folded position

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

Fail 24 Nov 2025 82,351 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Both Near side tyres are rated as commercial. Both Off side tyres are not

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Front & Rear suspension generally corroded

Nearside Rear Unable to access seat belt as seat stuck in folded position

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

Pass 20 Nov 2024 80,765 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2023 79,221 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 Nov 2023 79,221 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Nov 2022 76,789 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Also slightly worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 73,883 miles

Both front tyres starting to wear edges

Pass 25 Nov 2020 71,807 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 69,190 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2019 69,190 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Nov 2018 65,860 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 63,714 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Two rear tyes close to 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Nov 2016 61,006 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 17 Nov 2016 61,006 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 27 Nov 2015 58,028 miles

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Fail 27 Nov 2015 58,028 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 10 Nov 2014 53,233 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

ehhaust hanger bracket on rear silencer corroded off

exhaust hanger vracket on DPF corroded off

Pass 18 Nov 2013 48,749 miles

brake pedal rubber starting to split n/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge spare tyre not fully secure

Pass 6 Nov 2012 41,266 miles

Exhaust clamp corroded and insecure

Front brake discs corroded

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Nov 2011 35,582 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 Nov 2010 30,395 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 18 Nov 2010 30,395 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside front tyre has a cut excess <25mm, but deep enough to reach the ply or cords

Uneven tyre wear on front tyres

Pass 16 Nov 2009 20,911 miles

nearside front wiper worn

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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BG56 JHK is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Viano in Green with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz Viano models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 108,362 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 BG56 JHK, 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 20 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 BG56 JHK registered?

BG56 JHK is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 24 November 2006.

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