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YP05 WWU

2005 Mercedes-benz Viano

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano103,409 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP05 WWU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelViano
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026

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

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ALL

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Jun 2026

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

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ALL

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2025 97,687 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2025 97,678 miles

Brake pipe excessively damaged centre to rear crushed (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Mar 2024 96,237 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Apr 2023 94,671 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Apr 2022 93,252 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Apr 2021 89,050 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test all rear seats

Pass 7 Apr 2020 82,315 miles

Nearside Front 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))

Pass 2 Jan 2019 79,878 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint to back box (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 2 Jan 2019 79,878 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint to back box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Nov 2017 77,284 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2017 77,284 miles

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 1 Dec 2016 74,413 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2016 74,413 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Oct 2015 71,465 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 67,768 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 63,492 miles

Centre row seats - outer belt, stalk damaged

Front No. plate deteriorated

Near-side front tyre - outer edge worn.

Fail 6 Aug 2013 63,478 miles

Nearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Brake warning light on.

Centre row seats - outer belt, stalk damaged

Front No. plate deteriorated

Near-side front tyre - outer edge worn.

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Aug 2012 61,135 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

os second row seat, seat belt casing damaged but works ok

Pass 17 Aug 2011 56,332 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 49,563 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 45,339 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 39,576 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)

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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YP05 WWU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YP05 WWU, 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 YP05 WWU registered?

YP05 WWU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Viano, first registered on 17 August 2005.

Is YP05 WWU safe to buy?

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