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V6 TNG

2005 Mercedes-benz Viano

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

185,875 mi
Last recorded185,875 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano103,409 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV6 TNG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 185,875 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2025 183,288 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 179,395 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working center (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 30 Jun 2023 176,685 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Prop shaft likely to become detached u.j (6.1.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 6 Jun 2022 155,603 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH SIDE (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 28 Jan 2021 138,924 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive OIL SLIGHT LEAK FROM REAR DIFF (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Jan 2021 138,924 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp likely to become detached (4.7.1 (c) (ii))

Offside Rear Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive OIL SLIGHT LEAK FROM REAR DIFF (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2020 136,627 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2019 134,388 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2018 130,745 miles

Offside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 117,965 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 2 Jun 2015 105,887 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 1 Apr 2014 80,522 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Apr 2013 58,614 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 13 Apr 2013 58,613 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 13 Apr 2012 39,996 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 31,864 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2010 17,348 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2010 17,348 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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 17 Jun 2009 11,492 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2009 11,492 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2008 11,024 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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V6 TNG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 V6 TNG, 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 V6 TNG registered?

V6 TNG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is V6 TNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for V6 TNG 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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