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L16 GPS

2012 Mercedes-benz Viano

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

92,956 mi
Last recorded92,956 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano93,372 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL16 GPS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2026 92,956 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2025 88,470 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2024 83,577 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 78,796 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 74,313 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 68,881 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 63,341 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 56,465 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2019 56,073 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2018 51,935 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 48,674 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 44,749 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 33,288 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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L16 GPS is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 L16 GPS, 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 L16 GPS registered?

L16 GPS is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 3 May 2012.

Is L16 GPS safe to buy?

The MOT history for L16 GPS shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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