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KN55 XTS

2005 Mercedes-benz Viano

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

84,458 mi
Last recorded84,458 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2015
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano103,409 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN55 XTS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2015 84,458 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both..."d" bushes (2.4.G.2)

both front brake discs showing signs of wear

f/n/s tyre worn on outer edge

r/n/s tyre bald on inner edge

r/o/s tyre bald on inner edge & wearing low 3mm

Fail 29 Oct 2015

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly not working (1.4.B.1e)

Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault not working (5.4.2)

Offside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat clip (5.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both..."d" bushes (2.4.G.2)

both front brake discs showing signs of wear

f/n/s tyre worn on outer edge

no dash board lights working

r/n/s tyre bald on inner edge

r/o/s tyre bald on inner edge & wearing low 3mm

Pass 7 Nov 2014 78,995 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 Nov 2013 71,570 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2013 71,570 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2012 64,416 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Dec 2011 57,169 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 1 Dec 2011 57,169 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Nov 2010 49,788 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 44,932 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Fail 10 Nov 2009 44,864 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 4 Nov 2008 34,274 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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KN55 XTS is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 KN55 XTS, 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 KN55 XTS registered?

KN55 XTS is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 11 November 2005.

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