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VT55 UNB

2005 Mercedes-benz Viano

Black Petrol 3190cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

73,398 mi
Last recorded73,398 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2024
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano103,409 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVT55 UNB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,190cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2024 73,398 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2024 73,398 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2023 71,794 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 71,642 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2022 71,621 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Reference to lens (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Reference to lens (4.1.2 (c))

Speedometer clearly inoperative (7.8 (b) (ii))

Brake pad warning illuminated - Pads ok

Exhaust clamp badly corroded

Front suspension top mounts becoming noisy

Pass 20 Aug 2021 71,360 miles

Head light lens o/s and n/s in poor condition - just starting to affect images

Pass 24 Aug 2020 70,877 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 67,515 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective cloudy borderline pass (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective cloudy borderline pass (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test all rears ()

factory covers fitted obscuring testable items

fuel cap sealing device cracking

parking brake long travel

Pass 15 Aug 2018 63,004 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2018 63,002 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2017 54,183 miles

tyres wearing on edges

Pass 13 Apr 2017 54,176 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 81,002 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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VT55 UNB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano in Black with a 3,190cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 VT55 UNB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VT55 UNB registered?

VT55 UNB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is VT55 UNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for VT55 UNB shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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