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EF05 HRW

2005 Mercedes-benz Viano

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

218,443 mi
Last recorded218,443 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2022
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano103,409 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF05 HRW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2022 218,443 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2022 218,443 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2021 216,578 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 210,637 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2019 206,365 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 196,637 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Oct 2017 189,256 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 165,468 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 140,048 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 116,438 miles

FRONT DISCS WORN REAR PADS APPEAR WORN

Pass 30 Sep 2013 113,150 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

o/s/r n/s/f tyre damage side walls

rear box exhaust rubber broken

Pass 2 Oct 2012 99,414 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

o/s/f tyre has damaged outer side wall not down to cords.

Pass 4 Oct 2011 78,923 miles

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 4 Oct 2011 78,923 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 4 Oct 2010 62,162 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 58,600 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 53,712 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Oct 2008 47,000 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 43,966 miles

FAR REAR SEATS NOT FITTED AT TIME OF TEST

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 17 Jun 2008 43,895 miles

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

FAR REAR SEATS NOT FITTED AT TIME OF TEST

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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EF05 HRW is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 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 EF05 HRW, 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 EF05 HRW registered?

EF05 HRW is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 21 June 2005.

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