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V5 RMX

2012 Mercedes-benz Viano

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

145,213 mi
Last recorded145,213 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano93,372 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV5 RMX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 145,213 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2025 136,877 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2024 126,525 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2023 123,306 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2023 123,014 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 16 Mar 2022 116,529 miles

Central Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn differential rubber mount (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 9 May 2019 111,025 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 109,497 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2017 109,356 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2016 105,229 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 27 Sep 2016 105,227 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 26 Oct 2015 100,552 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2015 84,258 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 12 Apr 2014 59,540 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 23,113 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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V5 RMX is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 V5 RMX, 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 V5 RMX registered?

V5 RMX is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 13 March 2012.

Is V5 RMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for V5 RMX shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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