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OU05 RZE

2005 Mercedes-benz Viano

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

198,941 mi
Last recorded198,941 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano103,409 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU05 RZE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 198,941 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Fail 17 Dec 2025 198,941 miles

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

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2024 187,882 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2023 179,800 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 174,826 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2021 171,498 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 168,157 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt rear seats x4 ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyre and worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 162,556 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both fronts (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 Apr 2019 162,556 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective no engine bay checks done as bonnet wont open. (3.1 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both fronts (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 155,756 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2017 144,888 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 139,565 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2016 139,565 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Feb 2015 124,006 miles

nearside door mirror glass damaged

Fail 21 Feb 2015 124,006 miles

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

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

nearside door mirror glass damaged

Pass 18 Nov 2013 116,803 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2012 101,750 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 78,262 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 69,384 miles

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

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

nearside rear tyre low on outer edge

Pass 5 Nov 2009 61,845 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

handbrake travel

Pass 18 Nov 2008 52,221 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 52,202 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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OU05 RZE is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 OU05 RZE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OU05 RZE registered?

OU05 RZE is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 31 May 2005.

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