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GV55 ECJ

2005 Mercedes-benz Viano

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

62,949 mi
Last recorded62,949 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2023
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano103,409 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV55 ECJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2023 62,949 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Feb 2023 62,949 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Feb 2022 59,651 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 55,935 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 53,589 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 49,690 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 43,669 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2018 43,661 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 28 Feb 2017 37,403 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 33,661 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Feb 2015 31,627 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 26,310 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2010 25,893 miles

Offside Outer Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

evidence of possible fuel leak at front of vehicle - recommend further investigation

Pass 19 Oct 2010 25,893 miles

evidence of possible fuel leak at front of vehicle - recommend further investigation

Pass 19 Oct 2009 23,013 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 20,539 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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GV55 ECJ is a 2005 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 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 103,409 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 GV55 ECJ, 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 21 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 GV55 ECJ registered?

GV55 ECJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 21 October 2005.

Is GV55 ECJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV55 ECJ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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