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LF54 FZJ

2005 Mercedes-benz Viano

Blue Diesel 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

46,419 mi
Last recorded46,419 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2015
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano103,409 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF54 FZJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2015 46,419 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 42,643 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2014 42,640 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 7 Aug 2013 40,044 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2012 37,486 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2012 37,486 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 34,134 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009
Pass 4 Jul 2008 30,823 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2008 30,823 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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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LF54 FZJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano in Blue with a 3,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 LF54 FZJ, 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 LF54 FZJ registered?

LF54 FZJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 28 February 2005.

Is LF54 FZJ safe to buy?

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