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KR12 OEK

2012 Mercedes-benz Viano

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

151,623 mi
Last recorded151,623 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano93,372 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR12 OEK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 151,623 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2026 151,623 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2025 149,587 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2025 149,580 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam various light faults (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2024 145,269 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 141,944 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 13 Jun 2023 141,944 miles

Exhaust system insecure centre section clamp not securing rear section to front section (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 8 Jun 2022 137,212 miles

Both rear differential rear bushes deteriorated

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside rear lamp cracked

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever/pedal has little reserve travel

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 6 Jun 2022 137,212 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Both front upper (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Exhaust diesel particulate filter shows evidence of tampering. (8.2.2.1 (c))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust system insecure centre clamp missing allowing pipe to slide in and out of one another (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/60R16 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Both rear differential rear bushes deteriorated

Exhaust mounting defective back box clamp deteriorated but still secure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside rear lamp cracked

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever/pedal has little reserve travel

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 8 Jun 2021 132,637 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 120,251 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 112,822 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 15 May 2018 100,033 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 97,960 miles

Nearside 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)

Pass 8 May 2017 79,131 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 69,995 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 64,355 miles

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

Fail 5 May 2016 64,355 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2015 57,940 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 43,046 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 36,740 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2014 36,740 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Apr 2014 30,397 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 29,304 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 6,015 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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KR12 OEK is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 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 KR12 OEK, 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 KR12 OEK registered?

KR12 OEK is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 27 July 2012.

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