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MK12 GPU

2012 Mercedes-benz Viano

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

379,879 mi
Last recorded379,879 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2020
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano93,372 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK12 GPU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2020 379,879 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2020 379,869 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Lower Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Jan 2019 377,398 miles

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both rear (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 5 Jul 2018 354,319 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2018 337,708 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)

Offside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Rear differential mounting rubber bush deteriorated

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Both rear (2.7.4)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (2.4.G.2)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 3 Jan 2018 332,952 miles

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both rear (2.7.4)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 4 Jul 2017 308,879 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 285,249 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 263,420 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2016 263,420 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jan 2016 244,858 miles

Offside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

oil leak

Pass 6 Jul 2015 222,006 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 221,397 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 217,811 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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MK12 GPU is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 93,372 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 MK12 GPU, 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 14 years old, this Mercedes-benz Viano is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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MK12 GPU is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 24 March 2012.

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