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GX55 RUU

2005 Mercedes-benz Viano

White Petrol 3200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

54,577 mi
Last recorded54,577 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano103,409 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX55 RUU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 54,577 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2025 52,212 miles

Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 5 Feb 2025 52,212 miles

Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended belt wrapped around cables under seat. (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Jan 2024 48,759 miles

Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Jan 2023 48,366 miles

Coolant level low

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Nearside and offside brake discs lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Close to excessive (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Slight corrosion to jacking point

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Close to excessive (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Exhaust mounting defective Hanger broken (6.1.2 (a))

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

Windscreen wiper mechanism on indicator stalk damaged but still functioning correctly

Fail 13 Jan 2023 48,366 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Side repeater not working Wing mirror mounted (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Coolant level low

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Nearside and offside brake discs lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Close to excessive (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Slight corrosion to jacking point

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Close to excessive (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Exhaust mounting defective Hanger broken (6.1.2 (a))

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

Windscreen wiper mechanism on indicator stalk damaged but still functioning correctly

Pass 27 Jan 2022 44,054 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2021 42,087 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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GX55 RUU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano in White with a 3,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RUU, 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 RUU registered?

GX55 RUU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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