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LS12 RVZ

2012 Mercedes-benz Viano

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

211,749 mi
Last recorded211,749 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano93,372 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS12 RVZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 211,749 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Diff Bushes Worn\Cracked (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2025 209,477 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement differential bush, both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

undertray fitted

Pass 22 Jun 2023 185,474 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both ()

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 20 Jun 2023 185,473 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both ()

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Jun 2022 161,129 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both front ()

Pass 13 May 2021 149,044 miles
Fail 10 May 2021 149,043 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 5 May 2020 134,158 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2019 123,770 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2019 123,770 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle ACROSS REAR AXLE (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm BOTH SIDES (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH SIDES (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Sep 2018 118,730 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2018 113,156 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 98,275 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 92,732 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 83,017 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 70,621 miles

Emission tested was too clean

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

Pass 7 Oct 2015 58,880 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 44,002 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 36,585 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 30,693 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 29,745 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 21,561 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2013 15,725 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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LS12 RVZ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 LS12 RVZ, 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 LS12 RVZ registered?

LS12 RVZ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 26 March 2012.

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