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GX55 HFP

2005 Mercedes-benz Viano

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2019
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

221,402 mi
Last recorded221,402 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2018
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano103,409 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX55 HFP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2018 221,402 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2018 221,402 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2017 211,595 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Jun 2016 197,865 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2016 197,865 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 Jan 2016 193,574 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2015 178,221 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 160,369 miles

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

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

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

Fail 9 Jan 2013 146,816 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 9 Jan 2013 146,816 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 141,986 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2011 131,661 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 111,947 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 21 Jan 2009 82,719 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2008 72,320 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 49,809 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 33,598 miles

Rear brake pad linings showing considerable wear.

Slight "whitening" noted to amber rear indicater bulbs.

Substantial wear noted to front brake pad linings.

Pass 31 Jan 2007 15,508 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2007 15,508 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Deterioration noted to rear fittings of rear registration plate lamps.

Oil leak noted at lower front panel area.

Substantial wear noted to rear brake pads.

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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GX55 HFP is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 GX55 HFP, 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 GX55 HFP registered?

GX55 HFP is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 20 October 2005.

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