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CN13 VBJ

2013 Mercedes-benz Viano

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Feb 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

103,297 mi
Last recorded103,297 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz Viano87,314 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN13 VBJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 103,297 miles

Exhaust flexi in poor condition

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Jan 2026 102,750 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust flexi in poor condition

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Pass 14 Feb 2025 89,158 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Feb 2025 89,158 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2024 79,476 miles

General corrosion underneath the vehicle

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Fail 12 Feb 2024 79,473 miles

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

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

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

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

General corrosion underneath the vehicle

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 10 Feb 2023 75,597 miles

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

engine under tray & sill cover fitted

Pass 27 Jan 2022 72,591 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 66,651 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 61,896 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 52,845 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2019 52,844 miles

Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system grabbing severely both (1.3.1 (c))

Rear Service brake excessively binding both (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 Mar 2018 46,312 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 37,538 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 30,552 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2016 30,348 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

front discs corroded

rear discs delaminated

rear pads worn thin

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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CN13 VBJ is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Viano in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2013 Mercedes-benz Viano models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 87,314 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 CN13 VBJ, 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 13 years old, this Mercedes-benz Viano is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was CN13 VBJ registered?

CN13 VBJ is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 12 March 2013.

Is CN13 VBJ safe to buy?

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