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RK55 SXX

2005 Mercedes-benz Viano

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

170,451 mi
Last recorded170,451 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano103,409 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK55 SXX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 170,451 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Fail 1 Oct 2025 170,451 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2024 170,012 miles

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

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2023 169,524 miles

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 10 Sep 2022 167,000 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2022 167,000 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2021 160,516 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 150,368 miles

Boot lid corroded

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

Front passenger door corroded

Nearside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 26 Mar 2019 131,681 miles

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

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

Offside Front Lower Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Pass 6 Apr 2018 118,569 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2017 104,860 miles

Advise brake pedal rubber slightly worn

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2016 91,324 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Condensated (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Condensated (1.7.5a)

Fail 12 Apr 2016 91,290 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Condensated (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Condensated (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 78,387 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2014 65,888 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 54,872 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2013 54,872 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 20 Jan 2012 53,415 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011
Fail 30 Dec 2010

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 21 Dec 2009 32,813 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 21,888 miles

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

Only two rear seats fitted at time of test

Fail 15 Dec 2008 21,885 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Only two rear seats fitted at time of test

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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RK55 SXX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 RK55 SXX, 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 RK55 SXX registered?

RK55 SXX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is RK55 SXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK55 SXX shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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