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XX05 MRT

2012 Mercedes-benz Viano

Grey Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

192,540 mi
Last recorded192,540 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano93,372 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXX05 MRT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 192,540 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 20 Sep 2024 185,873 miles

- Chassis, suspension and its braking components have varied stages of corrosion

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced - NS/OS chassis rails (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 17 Sep 2024 185,865 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel - Parking brake (1.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps - 2/2 (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

- Chassis, suspension and its braking components have varied stages of corrosion

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

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced - NS/OS chassis rails (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2023 183,863 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Park brake performance has only just met requirements.

Fail 15 Sep 2023 183,727 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Park brake performance has only just met requirements.

Pass 21 Sep 2022 182,700 miles

Nearside Front Inner Mudguard insecure - Mudguard / Arch plastics ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 17 Sep 2021 180,555 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 3rd row ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 2nd row ()

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened NS & OS have corroded friction surfaces on both faces 40% on leading and inner edges (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 13 Sep 2021 180,546 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working Located in mirror cluster housing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 3rd row ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 2nd row ()

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened NS & OS have corroded friction surfaces on both faces 40% on leading and inner edges (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2020 178,276 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2019 175,010 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2018 150,520 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 125,731 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2017 125,729 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Nov 2016 95,179 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2016 95,177 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both front. (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Oct 2015 63,052 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

steering rack inner joints slight play

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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XX05 MRT is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano in Grey with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XX05 MRT, 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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XX05 MRT is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 22 October 2012.

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