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GC12 GEC

2012 Mercedes-benz Viano

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

218,217 mi
Last recorded218,217 miles
Recorded on20 May 2022
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano93,372 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGC12 GEC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2022 218,217 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2021 211,905 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 4 May 2020 204,419 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

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

Pass 4 May 2019 190,067 miles

Parking (secondary brake) (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

Pass 10 May 2018 184,983 miles

Front Oil leak ()

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

Pass 18 Dec 2017 173,530 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 153,024 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 149,108 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 122,760 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 96,674 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Dec 2014 88,761 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Apr 2014 66,624 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2014 66,624 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 28 Nov 2013 55,650 miles

1,Offside front tyre worn at inner edge.

Pass 27 Apr 2013 33,083 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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GC12 GEC is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 GC12 GEC, 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 GC12 GEC registered?

GC12 GEC is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 27 April 2012.

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