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KJ05 KPF

2005 Mercedes-benz Viano

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2022
Tests25 (14 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate56%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano103,409 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ05 KPF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 11 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2021

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

Nearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sliding door has a hole (6.1.1 (d) (i))

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

Fail 1 Nov 2021

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle 60% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Direction indicator not working wing mirror indicator (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) tie rod ()

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

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sliding door has hole (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 21 Aug 2020 134,581 miles

Nearside Rear door corroded

Fail 7 Aug 2020 134,581 miles

Central Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear door corroded

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

Pass 19 Jul 2019 131,625 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 19 Jul 2019 131,625 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Jun 2018 127,785 miles

Nearside sliding door corroded at bottom

dash panel lcd dull

Fail 26 Jun 2018 127,785 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak clamp missing (8.2.2.1 (b))

Nearside Front Body insecure innerwing cover (6.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Body insecure innerwing cover (6.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and soft (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jul 2017 122,305 miles

air con pipe loose

Offside Front offside front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 5 Jul 2016 114,316 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2016 114,316 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2015 108,206 miles

undertrays fitted at front

Fail 18 Jun 2015 108,206 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

o/s front brake showing signs of binding (discoloured)

slight play in n/s and o/s front anti roll bar D bushes

undertrays fitted at front

Pass 20 Jun 2014 101,182 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

wipers smearing but not effecting view of road

Fail 17 Jun 2014 101,181 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

wipers smearing but not effecting view of road

Pass 24 Jul 2013 96,488 miles

play in nearside rear antiroll bar d bush

Fail 24 Jul 2013 96,488 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

play in nearside rear antiroll bar d bush

Pass 26 Jul 2012 90,592 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 85,208 miles
Fail 17 May 2011 85,208 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 31 Jul 2010 81,222 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2010 81,222 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 13 May 2009 74,277 miles
Fail 12 May 2009 74,276 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Mar 2008 64,480 miles

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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KJ05 KPF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KJ05 KPF, 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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KJ05 KPF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 30 March 2005.

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