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DK12 BHN

2012 Mercedes-benz Viano

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

94,898 mi
Last recorded94,898 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano93,372 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK12 BHN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 94,898 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2025 88,332 miles

Nearside Front Lower 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))

Rear Exhaust mounting corroded

Pass 26 Jan 2024 69,950 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 58,666 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2021 48,295 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 41,762 miles

3rd row seats removed A.T.O.T.

Fail 9 Sep 2020 41,762 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system insecure clamp detached (6.1.2 (a))

3rd row seats removed A.T.O.T.

Pass 13 Jun 2019 30,942 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 28,939 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 26,076 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2017 26,076 miles

Nearside Side repeater excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Nearside Side repeater has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 25 Feb 2016 21,060 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2016 21,060 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner side wall (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner side wall (4.1.D.1b)

advise front brake pads wearing low

advise near side front tyre tread wearing unevenly

advise off side rear tyre tread low 2.0mm

Pass 18 Mar 2015 16,625 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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DK12 BHN is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 DK12 BHN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DK12 BHN registered?

DK12 BHN is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 20 March 2012.

Is DK12 BHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK12 BHN shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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