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BN11 TZG

2011 Mercedes-benz Viano

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

277,088 mi
Last recorded277,088 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz Viano99,516 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN11 TZG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2026 277,088 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2025 263,121 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2025 263,028 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault airbag (7.1.6 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 2 rows ()

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2024 249,090 miles

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

Fail 23 Jan 2024 249,090 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jan 2023 236,722 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2022 217,288 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 197,975 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2019 197,923 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 182,868 miles

Nearside Rear tyre starting to scrub around inner tread and close to wear markers.

Offside Rear tyre scrubbing around inner tread and getting close to wear markers 225/55/17

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

front and rear brake discs showing signs of wear

rear exhaust bracket broken but exhaust is still secure .

Fail 12 Jun 2018 182,868 miles

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

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear tyre starting to scrub around inner tread and close to wear markers.

Offside Rear tyre scrubbing around inner tread and getting close to wear markers 225/55/17

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

front and rear brake discs showing signs of wear

front brake pads over half worn

rear exhaust bracket broken but exhaust is still secure .

Pass 15 Jun 2017 161,823 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 146,535 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 29 Jun 2016 146,535 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Oil leak ()

Pass 12 Jun 2015 130,406 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 100,195 miles

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

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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BN11 TZG is a 2011 Mercedes-benz Viano in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 BN11 TZG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BN11 TZG registered?

BN11 TZG is a 2011 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 29 March 2011.

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