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SA13 VLL

2013 Mercedes-benz Viano

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Feb 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

165,722 mi
Last recorded165,722 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz Viano87,314 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA13 VLL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 165,722 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2026 165,768 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2025 152,867 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2024 142,395 miles

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

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

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

Fail 24 Jan 2024 142,362 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2023 133,517 miles

brake paddle getting down

parking brake low reserve left

Pass 5 Feb 2022 123,832 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2021 114,410 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2021 114,410 miles

Offside Front Main beam tell-tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Dec 2019 104,145 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2018 88,119 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 79,564 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2018 79,564 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Dec 2017 72,064 miles

Rear both tyres wearing on outer edges

Fail 27 Dec 2017 72,064 miles

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both (1.4.A.2f)

Rear both tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 28 Jun 2017 64,698 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 63,504 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2016 56,589 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 50,656 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2015 43,048 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 32,518 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 24,837 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jun 2014 15,118 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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SA13 VLL is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Viano in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2013 Mercedes-benz Viano models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 87,314 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SA13 VLL, 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 13 years old, this Mercedes-benz Viano is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SA13 VLL registered?

SA13 VLL is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 27 March 2013.

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The MOT history for SA13 VLL shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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