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SL05 MYW

2005 Mercedes-benz Viano

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2025
Tests25 (22 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88%

Mileage

174,554 mi
Last recorded174,554 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2024
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano103,409 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL05 MYW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

22 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2024 174,554 miles

Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security nearside & offside front jacking points (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2023 160,114 miles

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Anchorage/jacking point (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2022 150,536 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Front jacking points (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2021 147,712 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Prescribed areas generally corroded

Pass 3 Nov 2020 145,686 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

all brake pipes slightly corroded

prescribed areas and suspension components generally corroded

Pass 14 Oct 2019 141,631 miles

Engine Cover/Under Trays Fitted

Under body, Chassis, Brake and Suspension Components Corroded

Vehicle Heavily Under Sealed

Pass 25 Sep 2018 139,022 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2018 138,789 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting middle sill area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2017 203,511 miles

Nearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. parking (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 20 Sep 2016 114,794 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2015 104,518 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 145,910 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 130,492 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 120,063 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 116,134 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 112,723 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2012 110,481 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 Apr 2012 110,481 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 108,009 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 104,352 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 103,369 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2010 96,651 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Mar 2010 96,651 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 93,514 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 91,254 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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SL05 MYW is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88%.

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 SL05 MYW, 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.

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What year was SL05 MYW registered?

SL05 MYW is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 24 March 2005.

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