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GV04 NJN

2004 Mercedes-benz Viano

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

119,270 mi
Last recorded119,270 miles
Recorded on8 May 2015
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Viano102,610 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV04 NJN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 May 2015 119,270 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 112,546 miles
Fail 20 May 2014 112,546 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 2 May 2014 112,387 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 31 May 2013 103,890 miles
Fail 22 May 2013 103,809 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (1.9.4)

Pass 13 Jul 2012 96,162 miles

nearside front steering rack twisted but not split at time of test

offside front tyre wearing on edges

offside rear anti roll bar link very slight play

possible fuel leak at fuel filter couldnt find leak at time of test

Pass 15 Jun 2011 83,110 miles

slight knocking from steering column but no play detected

Pass 10 Jun 2010 69,150 miles
Fail 24 May 2010 69,461 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 May 2009 59,015 miles
Fail 20 May 2009 59,014 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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

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

tinted windows fitted to front doors

Pass 8 May 2008 45,437 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 39,439 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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GV04 NJN is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Viano in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz Viano models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 102,610 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 GV04 NJN, 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 22 years old, this Mercedes-benz Viano is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GV04 NJN registered?

GV04 NJN is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 27 May 2004.

Is GV04 NJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV04 NJN shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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