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KW05 ZFR

2005 Mercedes-benz Viano

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2021
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

172,053 mi
Last recorded172,053 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2020
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano103,409 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW05 ZFR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2020 172,053 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Body component slightly loose (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 17 Sep 2019 161,692 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Sep 2019 161,690 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2018 153,583 miles

Central stop lamp not working

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 15 Sep 2018 153,583 miles

Central stop lamp not working

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 16 Sep 2017 145,807 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both front. (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Sep 2016 139,513 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 133,281 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 125,799 miles

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

nearside front tyre deteriorated

Fail 16 Sep 2014 125,799 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

Nearside front tyre innerside wall cracking

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

Pass 18 Sep 2013 112,689 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Fail 18 Sep 2013 112,689 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 21 Jun 2013 110,177 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 23 Jun 2012 99,752 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 90,543 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 80,488 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 77,566 miles

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

front registration plate white reflective backing deteriorating.

Pass 28 Feb 2009 67,940 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 63,445 miles

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 26 Nov 2007 45,231 miles

spongey brake pedel new pads fitted all round

Pass 27 Jun 2007 34,270 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2006 21,656 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2006 21,290 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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KW05 ZFR is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 KW05 ZFR, 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 KW05 ZFR registered?

KW05 ZFR is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 15 August 2005.

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