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S6 ETU

2004 Mercedes-benz Viano

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2022
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

257,713 mi
Last recorded257,713 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2021
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Viano102,610 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS6 ETU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2021 257,713 miles

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

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

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

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

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 30 Sep 2020 250,340 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Fail 30 Sep 2020 250,340 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Rear Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Oct 2019 238,887 miles

Brake pedal not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2018 224,217 miles

Brake pedal pivot has slight wear or free play (1.1.1 (b))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 14 May 2017 219,419 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both front (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Inner seal corroded

Offside Front Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

both front tyres wearing edges

Fail 13 May 2017 219,419 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings seal (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both front (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Inner seal corroded

Offside Front Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

both front tyres wearing edges

Pass 3 Jun 2016 214,413 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2016 214,413 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 4 Apr 2015 214,150 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2014 202,574 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 183,735 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 183,724 miles

Offside head lamp contains slight condensation.

Slight smoke on acceleration.

Pass 23 Feb 2012 160,297 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 155,569 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2011 155,569 miles

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

Offside Front Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 18 Mar 2011
Pass 17 Jul 2009 151,126 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 135,481 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2009 135,481 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 112,255 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 102,452 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2007 83,931 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2007 83,931 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 71,671 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 57,404 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2005 20,669 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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S6 ETU is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Viano in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 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 S6 ETU, 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 S6 ETU registered?

S6 ETU is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 15 June 2004.

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