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FT12 PBX

2012 Mercedes-benz Viano

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

189,476 mi
Last recorded189,476 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano93,372 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT12 PBX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 189,476 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front headlight h.i.d bulb slightly dim

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner treads (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner treads (5.2.3 (e))

bonnet pull lever broken off

Fail 14 Nov 2025 189,476 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front headlight h.i.d bulb slightly dim

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner treads (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner treads (5.2.3 (e))

bonnet pull lever broken off

Pass 2 Sep 2022 117,339 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2022 117,332 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Aug 2021 111,082 miles

Rear tyres fitted are 4x4 tyres

Pass 29 Sep 2020 109,794 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 108,158 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 101,438 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 80,606 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 60,625 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2016 60,496 miles

Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Oct 2015 37,302 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 34,070 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2014 24,525 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 22,387 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2013 13,294 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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FT12 PBX is a 2012 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 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 FT12 PBX, 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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FT12 PBX is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 15 June 2012.

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