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SM12 BWK

2012 Mercedes-benz Viano

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

94,815 mi
Last recorded94,815 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano93,372 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM12 BWK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 94,815 miles
Pass 29 May 2025 92,844 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 May 2024 90,542 miles

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

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Pass 30 May 2023 87,925 miles
Fail 19 May 2023 87,923 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2022 83,893 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2021 71,026 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 70,921 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2020 69,501 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 68,713 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 66,213 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 64,109 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 59,721 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2016 59,721 miles

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

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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SM12 BWK is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 93,372 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 SM12 BWK, 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 14 years old, this Mercedes-benz Viano is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SM12 BWK registered?

SM12 BWK is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 18 May 2012.

Is SM12 BWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM12 BWK shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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