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CP05 UKM

2005 Mercedes-benz Viano

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

26,315 mi
Last recorded26,315 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano103,409 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP05 UKM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2026 26,315 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s and n/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

o/s and n/s front jacking points corroded

o/s and n/s inner and outer sills corroded front to rear

o/s sill welded and under sealed

plastic under trays fitted

underside corroded in various places front to rear o/s and n/s

Fail 14 Aug 2026 26,315 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s and n/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Rear fog lamp not working o/s and n/s rear lamp clusters corroded badly but lights working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

o/s and n/s front jacking points corroded

o/s and n/s inner and outer sills corroded front to rear

o/s sill welded and under sealed

plastic under trays fitted

underside corroded in various places front to rear o/s and n/s

Fail 9 Jul 2026 26,305 miles

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

vehicle has rust in place all over, some heavy in places

Pass 5 Mar 2015 24,077 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 20,353 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2013 20,353 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Aug 2012 17,845 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 14,765 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2011 14,764 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 13 Aug 2010 14,159 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

offside front tyer waring on outer edge

Pass 8 Aug 2009 12,265 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 9,396 miles

N/S/R Tyre wearing on outside edge

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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CP05 UKM is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 CP05 UKM, 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 CP05 UKM registered?

CP05 UKM is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 10 August 2005.

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