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PHZ 3052

2004 Mercedes-benz Viano

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

209,779 mi
Last recorded209,779 miles
Recorded on22 May 2021
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Viano102,610 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPHZ 3052
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 May 2021 209,779 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (1.1.1 (b))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside sides inner sills front to rear covered with thick under sealant

Offside inner sill front to rear covered with thick under sealant

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

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

all brake pipes covered with thick under sealant.

rear cross member covered with thick under sealant

Fail 21 May 2021 209,773 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength near jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength near jacking point area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength inner sill and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength front to rear complete inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (1.1.1 (b))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 11 Nov 2019 209,182 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2018 205,587 miles

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2017 318,346 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 177,611 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 164,406 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside rear tyre worn at 3.0mm & on inner edge

Pass 23 Oct 2013 148,257 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear washer running down tail gate, not going on rear screen

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 22 Oct 2013 148,205 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear washer running down tail gate, not going on rear screen

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Oct 2012 139,118 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

both front tyres wearing slightly on outter edge

Fail 25 Oct 2012 139,118 miles

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

both front tyres wearing slightly on outter edge

Pass 29 Nov 2011 118,514 miles

both rear tyres worn inner edges

evidence of water ingress at nearside rear wheel bearing

slight bind offside front brake

Fail 25 Nov 2011 118,457 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Both rear tyres worn on inner edges

Evidence of water ingress at n/s/r hub bearing

Inner faces of rear brake discs slightly corroded

Slight bind noted at o/s/f brake

Pass 19 Nov 2010 94,872 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2009 76,519 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2008 51,894 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 22,196 miles

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

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

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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PHZ 3052 is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Viano in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 PHZ 3052, 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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What year was PHZ 3052 registered?

PHZ 3052 is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 24 November 2004.

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