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MH04 VVJ

2004 Mercedes-benz Viano

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

150,339 mi
Last recorded150,339 miles
Recorded on18 May 2019
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Viano102,610 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMH04 VVJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 May 2019 150,339 miles

advise corrosion to various under body areas

Pass 31 May 2018 141,408 miles

both front brake dust plates corroded

Fail 29 May 2018 141,404 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play and steering inner tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Vehicle structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced centre outrigger (6.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

both front brake dust plates corroded

Pass 17 May 2017 120,016 miles

Advise both front to rear brake pipes slightly corroded

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 16 May 2017 120,014 miles

Fuel system component leaking Fuel filter (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement D bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement D bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Advise both front to rear brake pipes slightly corroded

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 24 May 2016 92,983 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 89,886 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 89,510 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2013 89,510 miles

Offside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 88,620 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2012 88,620 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting nut missing (2.4.G.1)

Pass 4 Aug 2010 79,666 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 71,711 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2009 71,709 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 19 Jun 2008 63,601 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 10 May 2007 52,585 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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MH04 VVJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Viano in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz Viano models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 102,610 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 MH04 VVJ, 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 22 years old, this Mercedes-benz Viano is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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MH04 VVJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 10 June 2004.

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