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BU11 SHR

2012 Mercedes-benz Viano

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

110,452 mi
Last recorded110,452 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano93,372 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU11 SHR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 110,452 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2025 107,901 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2024 106,362 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2023 103,298 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2023 103,292 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2022 98,021 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Jan 2022 98,011 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2021 89,187 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 82,686 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Mar 2019 74,558 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 65,381 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 56,958 miles

Offside Front inner edge of tyre worn

Pass 20 Feb 2016 46,946 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2015 38,912 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 35,060 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 28,652 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 22,686 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 10,731 miles

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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BU11 SHR is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 93,372 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 BU11 SHR, 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 14 years old, this Mercedes-benz Viano is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BU11 SHR registered?

BU11 SHR is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is BU11 SHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU11 SHR shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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