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FN12 JLV

2012 Mercedes-benz Viano

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

310,379 mi
Last recorded310,379 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2022
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano93,372 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN12 JLV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2022 310,379 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Upper Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 2 Apr 2021 302,116 miles

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

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both sides foot brake (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Apr 2021 302,116 miles

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

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both sides foot brake (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2020 295,009 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2019 286,031 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 247,082 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Aug 2018 216,146 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Mar 2018 199,385 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2017 171,431 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 165,177 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 163,056 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2016 158,098 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2015 145,785 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 124,163 miles

Nearside Front Lower Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Sep 2014 114,900 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2014 84,369 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Feb 2014 84,369 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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FN12 JLV is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 FN12 JLV, 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.

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FN12 JLV is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 1 March 2012.

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