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MA05 XRN

2005 Mercedes-benz Viano

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

117,454 mi
Last recorded117,454 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano103,409 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA05 XRN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2025 117,454 miles

Front both inner sills covered in sealant

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2024 111,061 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2022 103,146 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Front Upper metal brake pipes slightly corroded

Nearside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

underbody and components have surface rust

Pass 20 Nov 2021 98,087 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 96,704 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 26 Nov 2019 96,623 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Nov 2018
Fail 15 Nov 2018

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 5 Sep 2016

Rear seats folded away seat belts not checked

Fail 1 Sep 2016

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear seats folded away seat belts not checked

Fail 27 Mar 2014 78,168 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

fuel filter pipe damp. not leaking

Pass 27 Mar 2014 78,168 miles

fuel filter pipe damp. not leaking

Pass 4 Apr 2013 69,410 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2013 69,410 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Mar 2012 60,711 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 52,217 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 45,192 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 38,057 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 25 Mar 2008 28,729 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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MA05 XRN is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 MA05 XRN, 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 MA05 XRN registered?

MA05 XRN is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 11 April 2005.

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