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KS12 LNV

2012 Mercedes-benz Viano

White Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

235,047 mi
Last recorded235,047 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano93,372 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS12 LNV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 235,047 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Underside of vehicle corroding

Fail 14 Nov 2025 234,979 miles

Front Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Next to suspension arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Underside of vehicle corroding

Pass 25 Oct 2024 191,020 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Oct 2023 172,738 miles

Offside Front jacking point corroded

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

Pass 19 Oct 2022 159,984 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 149,495 miles

Nearside Rear n/s/r of rear bumper loose but still overall secure

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

rear exhaust box clamp broken.

Pass 9 Dec 2019 132,426 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 130,487 miles

Exhaust flexi pipe slightly deteriorated

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 21 Sep 2019 130,486 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust flexi pipe slightly deteriorated

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 18 Sep 2018 111,929 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 18 Sep 2018 111,929 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2017 93,382 miles

Brake Pedal Anti Slip Pad Wearing

Offside Front Tyre Wearing On Inner Edge

Fail 22 Sep 2017 93,382 miles

Brake Pedal Anti Slip Pad Wearing

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre Wearing On Inner Edge

Pass 16 Jun 2016 70,240 miles

Clamp between centre and rear exhaust broken

Fail 16 Jun 2016 70,240 miles

Clamp between centre and rear exhaust broken

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

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 3 Jun 2015 52,308 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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KS12 LNV is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano in White with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 KS12 LNV, 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 KS12 LNV registered?

KS12 LNV is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 20 June 2012.

Is KS12 LNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS12 LNV shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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