CarVerify

Free Car Check

FV12 FUA

2012 Mercedes-benz Viano

Black Diesel 2143cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

191,786 mi
Last recorded191,786 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano93,372 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV12 FUA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2026 191,786 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2026 191,786 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 16 Aug 2025 190,173 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2024 189,314 miles

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

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Feb 2024 189,289 miles

Rear Suspension component modified so the suspension is inoperative n/s and o/s (5.3.3 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light slightly damage (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 31 Jan 2023 187,402 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 31 Jan 2023 187,402 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Feb 2022 183,382 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2022 183,382 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2021 171,141 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Nov 2019 168,953 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 150,778 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 129,566 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 110,545 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 88,144 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2016 69,682 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 48,158 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 40,390 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 34,698 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 29,282 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 23,139 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 15,517 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 8,946 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
Full Mercedes-benz Viano reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

FV12 FUA is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 FV12 FUA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FV12 FUA?

You can check the full history of FV12 FUA by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FV12 FUA registered?

FV12 FUA is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 19 April 2012.

Is FV12 FUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV12 FUA shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FV12 FUA have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on FV12 FUA. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.