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GW55 XYN

2005 Mercedes-benz Viano

Black Petrol 3200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jul 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

89,708 mi
Last recorded89,708 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano103,409 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGW55 XYN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 89,708 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes on vehicle are slightly pitted (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front headlamp lens cover slightly misted

Fail 25 Jun 2026 89,708 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes on vehicle are slightly pitted (1.1.11 (c))

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak at rear of engine/gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front headlamp lens cover slightly misted

Pass 4 Jul 2025 85,697 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pitting to all brake pipes on vehicle (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front headlamp lens cover slightly misted

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perished/cracked on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front side repeater lens cover damaged

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perished/cracked on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 4 Jul 2025 85,696 miles

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pitting to all brake pipes on vehicle (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front headlamp lens cover slightly misted

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perished/cracked on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front side repeater lens cover damaged

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perished/cracked on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2024 85,155 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 84,948 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 81,823 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 77,612 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 68,215 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

rear exhaust clamp missing

Pass 10 Jun 2019 58,680 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 10 Jun 2019 58,680 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 15 Jun 2018 50,202 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 43,682 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 38,377 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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GW55 XYN is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano in Black with a 3,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 GW55 XYN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GW55 XYN registered?

GW55 XYN is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is GW55 XYN safe to buy?

The MOT history for GW55 XYN shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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