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EX05 CWU

2005 Mercedes-benz Viano

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

182,273 mi
Last recorded182,273 miles
Recorded on22 May 2024
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano103,409 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX05 CWU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2024 182,273 miles

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

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 12 May 2023 182,231 miles

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Corrosion all along OS. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen in an unacceptable condition 2x large cracks (3.2 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Corrosion mirroring OS, not yet perforating. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 181,748 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2020 171,193 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 159,972 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 145,019 miles

Chassis corroded

Front brake discs lipped

Pass 7 Feb 2017 129,726 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2017 129,726 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Feb 2016 110,962 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Feb 2016 110,962 miles

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

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 7 Oct 2014 89,953 miles

Both sides front brake flexi hoses slightly deteriorated

Rear tyres perished

Pass 20 Apr 2013 63,099 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2012 51,385 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 42,549 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 35,062 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 29,255 miles

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

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

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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EX05 CWU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 EX05 CWU, 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 EX05 CWU registered?

EX05 CWU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 4 March 2005.

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