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LT62 RUY

2012 Mercedes-benz Viano

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

253,113 mi
Last recorded253,113 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano93,372 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT62 RUY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2026 253,113 miles

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

has corrosion under body, sills and suspension components but not considered excessive but getting more advanced

Pass 2 Sep 2025 252,946 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2025 252,946 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Sep 2024 252,543 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2024 252,543 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Sep 2023 251,967 miles

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

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

Fail 31 Aug 2023 251,966 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

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

Pass 19 Nov 2022 243,778 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring seats deteriorated

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

Offside Rear oil spring seats deteriorated

exhaust clamps missing but still secure

Fail 17 Nov 2022 243,714 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear coil spring seats deteriorated

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

Offside Rear oil spring seats deteriorated

exhaust clamps missing but still secure

Pass 15 Nov 2021 230,603 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 221,445 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2019 213,395 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front wishbones front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Travel on parking brake.

Pass 24 Nov 2018 202,056 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Nov 2017 189,122 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 28 Nov 2017 189,102 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 19 Jun 2017 166,905 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 148,706 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 130,424 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2016 130,424 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 1 Dec 2015 108,034 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 102,707 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Nov 2014 80,834 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

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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LT62 RUY is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 LT62 RUY, 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 LT62 RUY registered?

LT62 RUY is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 14 December 2012.

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