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DA13 PHU

2013 Mercedes-benz Viano

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

254,397 mi
Last recorded254,397 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2025
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz Viano87,314 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA13 PHU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2025 254,397 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive final drive input seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Jul 2024 231,065 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

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

Fail 2 Jul 2024 231,063 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Aug 2023 216,022 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Fail 22 Jul 2023 216,011 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Rear Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear bumper missing

smoke vapour but not excessive

Pass 29 Jun 2022 166,016 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside wishbone front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2021 158,362 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2021 158,362 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 19 May 2020 151,555 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2019 127,421 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2018 107,319 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 97,402 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 84,326 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 77,018 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 65,000 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 57,150 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 45,039 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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DA13 PHU is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Viano in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 DA13 PHU, 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 DA13 PHU registered?

DA13 PHU is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 10 April 2013.

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