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LF05 VHB

2005 Mercedes-benz Viano

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2015
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

233,366 mi
Last recorded233,366 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2014
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano103,409 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF05 VHB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2014 233,366 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 220,247 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2013 205,329 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 188,702 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 168,566 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2011 152,464 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2011 152,464 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 132,630 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 113,946 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 113,107 miles

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

Fail 19 Apr 2010 113,107 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2008 97,086 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 76,425 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Electrical wiring damaged/contaminated

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

off side front panel loose kick panel. and wiring loose.and near side too.

someseats recling handle cover missing at rear seats.

spare tyre missing

Fail 3 May 2008 76,425 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Electrical wiring damaged/contaminated

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

off side front panel loose kick panel. and wiring loose.and near side too.

someseats recling handle cover missing at rear seats.

spare tyre missing

Pass 8 May 2007 49,378 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 24,188 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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LF05 VHB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 LF05 VHB, 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 LF05 VHB registered?

LF05 VHB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 12 April 2005.

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