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FR62 OFM

2012 Mercedes-benz Viano

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jan 2027
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

58,546 mi
Last recorded58,546 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano93,372 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR62 OFM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 58,546 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2026 58,544 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2025 53,700 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All four corners (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Jul 2024 52,259 miles

Exhaust mounting defective bracket broken (front/center) (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective bracket to rear silencer broken (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective clamp missing (center/rear) (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 10 Jul 2024 52,259 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment resulting in warning on dashboard (1.1.6 (c))

Exhaust mounting defective bracket broken (front/center) (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective bracket to rear silencer broken (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective clamp missing (center/rear) (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2023 48,948 miles

Exhaust mounting defective Corroded from mid section (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective Corroded from rear box section (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both Pipes showing corrosion under their protective coating (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated boot splitting but preventing ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both Pipes showing corrosion under their protective coating (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 28 Jun 2023 48,947 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Parking brake lever inoperative Handbrake effort not working (2% only n/s) (1.1.6 (d))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting modified so the suspension is likely to fail other components Suspension leveling device fractured (5.3.3 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Exhaust mounting defective Corroded from mid section (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective Corroded from rear box section (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both Pipes showing corrosion under their protective coating (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated boot splitting but preventing ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both Pipes showing corrosion under their protective coating (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Jul 2022 46,158 miles

Central Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Fail 16 Jul 2022 46,154 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 16 Jul 2021 40,375 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant at the rear of van (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 16 Jul 2021 40,374 miles

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

Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant at the rear of van (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Jul 2020 34,588 miles

both front tyres wearing inner and outer edges

Pass 23 Jul 2019 26,940 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2019 26,940 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2018 26,324 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2018 26,324 miles

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

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Pass 27 Nov 2017 22,978 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2017 22,978 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Oct 2016 16,970 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Dec 2015 13,823 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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FR62 OFM is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 FR62 OFM, 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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What year was FR62 OFM registered?

FR62 OFM is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 26 November 2012.

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