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RV54 TYB

2004 Mercedes-benz Viano

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2018
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

254,592 mi
Last recorded254,592 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2017
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Viano102,610 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV54 TYB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2017 254,592 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Fail 13 Feb 2017 254,586 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Pass 9 Mar 2016 222,578 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured all four (1.4.A.2f)

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both jacking points (2.4.A.3)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 179,622 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 135,811 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 25 Mar 2013 132,622 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 25 Mar 2013 132,622 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 15 May 2012 126,398 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 105,708 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 102,744 miles

offside front door mirror slightly damaged

Pass 5 Aug 2010 97,639 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 85,599 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2009 85,596 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2008 73,782 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Jul 2008 73,634 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2008 67,931 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2007 59,124 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)

Pass 6 Feb 2007 51,835 miles

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

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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RV54 TYB 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 77.8%.

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 RV54 TYB, 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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RV54 TYB is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 1 September 2004.

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