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LY63 GDX

2014 Mercedes-benz Viano

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

415,770 mi
Last recorded415,770 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2014 Mercedes-benz Viano85,469 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY63 GDX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2014
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc
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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 415,770 miles

Front Service brake binding but not excessively both fronts binding on (1.2.1 (f))

emissions high

Fail 5 Mar 2026 415,755 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split/torn (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Front Service brake binding but not excessively both fronts binding on (1.2.1 (f))

emissions high

Pass 15 Sep 2025 398,299 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) play in rack both sides,knock felt when rocking the steering** ()

Fail 12 Sep 2025 398,081 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt boot split wide open (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) play in rack both sides,knock felt when rocking the steering** ()

Fail 5 Aug 2025 394,477 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit plate limit 0.1 tested at 0.15 . averaged 0.59 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment no reserve travel (goes to floor) (1.1.6 (c))

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 May 2025 387,642 miles

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

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

Pass 15 May 2024 361,282 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 333,214 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 293,049 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 257,560 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front tyre tread surface distorted

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

Pass 22 Jul 2020 234,812 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 206,792 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 160,872 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 138,499 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2018 138,499 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 11 Jul 2017 116,487 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 97,218 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2017 97,218 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 73,279 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 70,423 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2016 70,423 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 8 Jul 2015 27,432 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 16,952 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 16,510 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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LY63 GDX is a 2014 Mercedes-benz Viano in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2014 Mercedes-benz Viano models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 85,469 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 LY63 GDX, 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 12 years old, this Mercedes-benz Viano is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LY63 GDX registered?

LY63 GDX is a 2014 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 10 January 2014.

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