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BT05 JUV

2005 Mercedes-benz Viano

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2019
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

177,069 mi
Last recorded177,069 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano103,409 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT05 JUV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2018 177,069 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases from front connection to turbo (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2017 176,773 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 1 Sep 2017 176,772 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

park brake needs adjusting

Pass 20 Feb 2016 164,023 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit front nearside and offside and rear offside (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Dec 2014 160,336 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2014 160,071 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 10 Dec 2013 152,347 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 147,433 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

screen excessively damaged but not impairing drivers view

srs light on

Fail 5 Dec 2012 147,428 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

asc light on

screen excessively damaged but not impairing drivers view

srs light on

Pass 5 Oct 2011 142,814 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Fail 5 Oct 2011 142,813 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 17 Sep 2010 130,514 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 120,434 miles

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

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

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)

Fail 21 Sep 2009 120,426 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

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

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

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

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)

Fail 24 Mar 2009 98,985 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

near side rear tyre worn inner edge

Pass 24 Mar 2009 98,985 miles

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

near side rear tyre worn inner edge

Pass 24 Sep 2008 80,342 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 24 Sep 2008 80,342 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 2 Sep 2008 77,880 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 59,847 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 20 Aug 2007 50,241 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 33,659 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 23,204 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2006 22,577 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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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BT05 JUV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BT05 JUV, 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 BT05 JUV registered?

BT05 JUV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 8 July 2005.

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