Mercedes Benz Viano MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Mercedes Benz Viano. Check any Viano by registration number below.

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74.7%

Avg Pass Rate

-15.5%

vs Mercedes Benz Avg

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Mercedes Benz Viano — MOT Reliability Overview

The Mercedes Benz Viano has an average MOT pass rate of 74.7%, which is 15.5 percentage points below the Mercedes Benz brand average of 90.2%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Viano on the road.

The most common reasons a Mercedes Benz Viano fails its MOT are the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. If you are preparing your Viano for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Mercedes Benz Viano, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Mercedes Benz Viano performs at MOT across different model years.

2015

Based on 399 vehicles

78.2%Good

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

5.1%

Retest Rate

19.3%

Mileage at 10yr

247k mi

2014

Based on 1,824 vehicles

78.5%Good

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

5.7%

Retest Rate

21.7%

Mileage at 10yr

224k mi

2013

Based on 1,767 vehicles

75.3%Good

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

5.6%

Retest Rate

26.1%

Mileage at 10yr

221k mi

2012

Based on 1,570 vehicles

75.0%Good

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

5.2%

Retest Rate

25.3%

Mileage at 10yr

233k mi

2011

Based on 1,417 vehicles

75.2%Good

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

5.5%

Retest Rate

25.4%

2010

Based on 1,124 vehicles

76.8%Good

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

6.4%

Retest Rate

20.9%

2009

Based on 1,183 vehicles

72.8%Average

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

7.0%

Retest Rate

28.3%

2008

Based on 1,318 vehicles

70.3%Average

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

7.2%

Retest Rate

32.5%

2007

Based on 1,232 vehicles

71.7%Average

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

7.5%

Retest Rate

28.3%

2006

Based on 1,011 vehicles

67.3%Average

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

5.8%

Retest Rate

33.2%

2005

Based on 1,096 vehicles

68.1%Average

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

6.0%

Retest Rate

24.5%

2004

Based on 781 vehicles

72.5%Average

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

3.3%

Retest Rate

19.4%

2003

Based on 106 vehicles

89.6%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Mileage at 10yr

239k mi

Top MOT Failures — Mercedes Benz Viano

The most common reasons a Mercedes Benz Viano fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

6.1%

Windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen

2.8%

A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

2.6%

Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen

2.5%

Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded

2.3%

Mercedes Benz Viano Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Offside

4.0%

Rear Nearside

3.8%

Offside

3.0%

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83.5% pass rate

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85.8% pass rate

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87.8% pass rate

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Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Mercedes Benz Viano

Mercedes Benz Viano — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Mercedes Benz Viano MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Mercedes Benz Viano?

The average MOT pass rate for the Mercedes Benz Viano is 74.7% compared to the Mercedes Benz average of 90.2%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Mercedes Benz Viano?

The most common MOT failures on the Mercedes Benz Viano are: The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired (6.1%), Windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen (2.8%), A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (2.6%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Mercedes Benz Viano reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 74.7%, the Mercedes Benz Viano is rated as "Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.

How do I check the MOT history of a Mercedes Benz Viano?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Mercedes Benz Viano?

Typical mileage for the Mercedes Benz Viano: 246,958 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Viano to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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