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LF61 VAX

2011 Mercedes-benz Viano

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

140,417 mi
Last recorded140,417 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz Viano99,516 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF61 VAX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 140,417 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NS&OS (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective NS&OS (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Apr 2025 135,824 miles

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Apr 2024 127,081 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Mar 2023 118,859 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2023 118,856 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Central Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 26 Jan 2022 115,401 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2021 107,835 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2019 88,541 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2018 73,025 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 48,287 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 45,562 miles

both front tyres worn outer edges

brake pedal anti slip rubber worn

front no plate damaged

heavy oil leaks

slight binding in offside rear brake

Fail 11 Jan 2017 45,215 miles

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

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

both front tyres worn outer edges

brake pedal anti slip rubber worn

engine oil level on minimum

front no plate damaged

heavy oil leaks

slight binding in offside rear brake

Pass 26 Jan 2016 36,382 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 23,678 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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LF61 VAX is a 2011 Mercedes-benz Viano in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2011 Mercedes-benz Viano models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 99,516 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 LF61 VAX, 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 15 years old, this Mercedes-benz Viano is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LF61 VAX registered?

LF61 VAX is a 2011 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 18 November 2011.

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The MOT history for LF61 VAX shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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