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H4 HNV

2004 Mercedes-benz Viano

Red Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

137,294 mi
Last recorded137,294 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Viano102,610 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH4 HNV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2026 137,294 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2026 137,294 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 11 Jan 2025 134,445 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2025 134,445 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jan 2024 132,158 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2023 128,181 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

Fail 21 Jan 2023 128,181 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 3 Jan 2022 124,456 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 119,716 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2020 115,774 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2019 109,413 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2019 109,413 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Aug 2018 109,155 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2018 109,152 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rear leaking x2 (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Aug 2017 107,709 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2017 107,708 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 12 Aug 2016 106,521 miles

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

front exhaust mount broken

Pass 21 Aug 2015 102,721 miles

small chip in screen but not affecting drivers view

Fail 21 Aug 2015 102,721 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour faded to white (1.4.A.2f)

small chip in screen but not affecting drivers view

Fail 22 Aug 2014 98,082 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Aug 2014 98,082 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2013 91,017 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 83,280 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 74,381 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 13 Aug 2010 64,201 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 49,836 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2008 41,711 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 33,370 miles

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

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

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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H4 HNV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Viano in Red with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 H4 HNV, 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 H4 HNV registered?

H4 HNV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 9 August 2004.

Is H4 HNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for H4 HNV shows 28 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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