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J77 PML

2005 Mercedes-benz Viano

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

196,148 mi
Last recorded196,148 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano103,409 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ77 PML
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2026 196,148 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2025 194,351 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2024 192,841 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 191,262 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 189,861 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 188,582 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 187,302 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2020 187,302 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Pass 23 Aug 2019 184,874 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 183,743 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 182,221 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2017 182,221 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 May 2015 181,914 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2014 181,796 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 12 Dec 2014 181,796 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 Nov 2012 176,361 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 174,418 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 150,962 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 134,223 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2009 134,223 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 May 2008 107,060 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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J77 PML is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 J77 PML, 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 J77 PML registered?

J77 PML is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is J77 PML safe to buy?

The MOT history for J77 PML shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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