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LL04 VTP

2004 Mercedes-benz Viano

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2022
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

191,442 mi
Last recorded191,442 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2021
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Viano102,610 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLL04 VTP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2021 191,442 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Aug 2020 185,634 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2019 178,898 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2019 178,898 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength under sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Aug 2018 172,114 miles

BRAKE PAD WARNING LIGHT ON AMBER

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material IN ENGIN BAY (1.1.11 (c))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH LAMPS (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement AND SHOCK BUSH WORN TOP !! BOTH SIDES (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Aug 2018 172,114 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible DELAMINATED (0.1 (b))

BRAKE PAD WARNING LIGHT ON AMBER

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material IN ENGIN BAY (1.1.11 (c))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH LAMPS (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement AND SHOCK BUSH WORN TOP !! BOTH SIDES (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2017 160,100 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 16 Aug 2017 160,100 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 May 2016 156,642 miles

Offside Front tyre worn bald on inner edge

parking brake might need adjustment or repair

rear tail gait corroded

Fail 27 May 2015 148,414 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 May 2015 148,414 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 139,656 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Gearbox mounting defective

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

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front wipers worn

tailgate loose when shut

Pass 3 Jun 2013 133,246 miles

Both number plate lights look dull

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

NOTE: Bonnet cable has come off lever when opening bonnet for testing

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 May 2012 120,154 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

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)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

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

both front wiper not cleaning well

n/s/r wheels niosey and sligth rough when rotated

Pass 25 May 2011 104,531 miles

Both steering rack boots are damaged

Front wipers not very good at clearing recommend new wipers

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

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

WARNING: Grinding noise from park brake when tested recommend brake check for possable fault

WARNING: Nearside rear wheel bearing noisy

Nearside front tyre damaged

Fail 24 May 2011 104,503 miles

Nearside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Both steering rack boots are damaged

Front wipers not very good at clearing recommend new wipers

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

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

WARNING: Grinding noise from park brake when tested recommend brake check for possable fault

WARNING: Nearside rear wheel bearing noisy

Nearside front tyre damaged

Pass 11 May 2010 85,356 miles

ALL rear seat belts gettting damaged

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front wipers not very good recomend new wipers

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

WARNING:Park brake needs adjustment and grinding noise from brake when tested recommend check for FAULT!!

Pass 19 May 2009 69,912 miles

Child seat X 3

Front wipers smearing when tested

Park brake needs adjustment to travel of park brake pedal lever

Slight play in top steering column bearing

Pass 15 May 2008 50,387 miles
Fail 15 May 2008 50,387 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 29 May 2007 33,310 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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LL04 VTP is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Viano in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz Viano models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 102,610 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 LL04 VTP, 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 22 years old, this Mercedes-benz Viano is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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LL04 VTP is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 16 July 2004.

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