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SM12 VDD

2012 Mercedes-benz Viano

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

161,571 mi
Last recorded161,571 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2023
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano93,372 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM12 VDD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2023 161,571 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2022 152,787 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 142,358 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2020 195,045 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 195,045 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 174,382 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2017 99,000 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2017 99,000 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2017 98,360 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 88,563 miles

Nearside Front Lower wishbone bush perishing

Pass 3 Aug 2016 80,676 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 79,614 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 69,056 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 60,234 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 45,973 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 36,045 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2014 36,045 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2013 26,985 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 16,570 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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SM12 VDD is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 VDD, 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 VDD registered?

SM12 VDD is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 27 July 2012.

Is SM12 VDD safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM12 VDD shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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