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LV05 KWB

2005 Mercedes-benz Viano

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2023
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

354,958 mi
Last recorded354,958 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2022
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano103,409 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV05 KWB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2022 354,958 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 1 Dec 2022 354,944 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Front Bonnet seriously at risk of opening inadvertently (3.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 348,909 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 347,286 miles

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

Fail 19 Oct 2020 347,286 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured both (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 341,005 miles

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

Fail 23 Apr 2019 341,005 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Mar 2018 336,824 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Feb 2017 329,252 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

Fail 28 Feb 2017 329,250 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

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

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Feb 2016 320,190 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 10 Feb 2015 310,539 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 9 Feb 2015 310,538 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 27 Feb 2014 301,476 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 Mar 2013 283,495 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 5 Mar 2013 283,492 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 13 Mar 2012 254,167 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Mar 2012 254,167 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 220,825 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2010 189,156 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 153,591 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 11 Apr 2008 120,983 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 8 Oct 2007 106,683 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 83,633 miles

Nearside Rear 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 11 Jan 2007 76,827 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 44,791 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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LV05 KWB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 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 LV05 KWB, 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 LV05 KWB registered?

LV05 KWB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 24 March 2005.

Is LV05 KWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV05 KWB shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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