CarVerify

Free Car Check

MY04 BET

2004 Mercedes-benz Viano

Silver Diesel 2148cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2015
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

228,662 mi
Last recorded228,662 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2014
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Viano102,610 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationMY04 BET
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Fail 22 Jul 2014 228,662 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 22 Jul 2014 228,662 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 25 Jan 2014 215,079 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

n/s/front jackpoint corroded

n/s/rear tyre inner edges slightly worn

o/s/ rear tyre inner edges worn

parking brake release handle(catch) insecure

Fail 25 Jan 2014 215,079 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

o/s/ rear tyre inner edges worn

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

n/s/front jackpoint corroded

n/s/rear tyre inner edges slightly worn

Fail 23 Jul 2013 203,140 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 203,140 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Feb 2013 190,756 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Rear Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.4.A2)

Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Jul 2012 174,477 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

o/s/r outer wall tyre cut

Fail 9 Jul 2012 174,477 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

o/s/r outer wall tyre cut

Pass 20 Jul 2011 162,602 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2011 162,602 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 6 Oct 2010 152,113 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 122,693 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 98,817 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

offside steering rack gaitor twisted

Fail 23 Sep 2008 98,814 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

offside steering rack gaitor twisted

Pass 5 Oct 2007 64,701 miles

rear number plate light bulbs slightly dim

slight oil dampness on steering rack

Pass 29 Sep 2007 64,571 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 May 2007 55,809 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
Full Mercedes-benz Viano reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

MY04 BET is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Viano in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 MY04 BET, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MY04 BET?

You can check the full history of MY04 BET by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was MY04 BET registered?

MY04 BET is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 7 May 2004.

Is MY04 BET safe to buy?

The MOT history for MY04 BET shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MY04 BET have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on MY04 BET. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.