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J4 HTU

2012 Mercedes-benz Viano

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

238,404 mi
Last recorded238,404 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano93,372 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ4 HTU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 238,404 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2025 231,634 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Central Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Back. (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Wall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Back. ()

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Mar 2024 224,799 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2024 224,799 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 28 Mar 2023 209,215 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2022 178,305 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2022 178,286 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Exhaust system insecure bracket (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 17 Mar 2021 145,474 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Mar 2020 117,477 miles

Central row N/S outer seat back initially was not locking

Exhaust centre to rear sections join area slightly loose & leaking

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Shock absorber bushes perishing

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 5 Mar 2019 88,631 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2018 57,979 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 38,815 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 24,482 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 22,652 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 18,938 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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J4 HTU is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 93,372 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 J4 HTU, 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 14 years old, this Mercedes-benz Viano is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J4 HTU registered?

J4 HTU is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 23 October 2012.

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