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KS54 XHV

2005 Mercedes-benz Viano

Red Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2022
Tests24 (14 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

205,451 mi
Last recorded205,451 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2021
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano103,409 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS54 XHV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

14 pass 10 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2021 205,451 miles

Coolant leak ()

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Fail 30 Nov 2021 205,289 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting by fuel tank (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Coolant leak ()

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 24 Dec 2020 195,960 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth Worn on edge. (1.1.2 (c))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both edges are worn. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel.

Fail 11 Dec 2020 195,728 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault Two warning lights on. (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Side repeater not working Lens missing. (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both edges are worn. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 175,638 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 161,393 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Mar 2018 161,162 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2017 144,991 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed both (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 11 Apr 2017 144,991 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed both (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 132,836 miles

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

both front headlamp has slight condensation

Pass 18 Jun 2015 119,932 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2015 119,932 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 106,561 miles

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

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

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

Fail 11 Jun 2013 90,963 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2013 90,963 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 68,164 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 54,535 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2011 54,533 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 30 Jun 2010 48,333 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2010 48,333 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 29 Jan 2009 42,884 miles

offside rear door can not open

Fail 27 Jan 2009 42,884 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

offside rear door can not open

Pass 30 Jan 2008 34,201 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2008 34,201 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

offside front door check strap insecure

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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KS54 XHV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano in Red with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 KS54 XHV, 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 KS54 XHV registered?

KS54 XHV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 12 January 2005.

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