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M8 VSM

2011 Mercedes-benz Viano

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Feb 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

95,061 mi
Last recorded95,061 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz Viano99,516 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM8 VSM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 95,061 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2025 85,298 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2025 85,298 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2024 78,346 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2023 68,032 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2022 58,628 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 54,080 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2020 50,558 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2020 50,557 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2019 46,745 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 38,632 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2018 38,632 miles

Nearside Front All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 31,316 miles

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

Fail 7 Jun 2017 31,316 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Jun 2016 24,002 miles

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

Offside Rear tyre cracks in thread and sidewall

Pass 16 Jun 2015 16,316 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2015 16,316 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jun 2014 11,611 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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M8 VSM is a 2011 Mercedes-benz Viano in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2011 Mercedes-benz Viano models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 99,516 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 M8 VSM, 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 15 years old, this Mercedes-benz Viano is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M8 VSM registered?

M8 VSM is a 2011 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 25 August 2011.

Is M8 VSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for M8 VSM shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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