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Mercedes-Benz Viano

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 2,148 cc

LB05 BCVMOT history

LB05 BCV is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz Viano first used on 2 Jul 2005. Its MOT expired on 4 May 2024 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 225,211 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jun 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 4 May 2024
Mileage
225,211 mi
At MOT on 10 Jun 2024
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
11,601 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 BCV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Viano
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
2 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 May 2024
Latest MOT test
10 Jun 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB05 BCV was last recorded at 225,211 miles on 10 Jun 2024, 14,651 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
210,560 miles · 5 May 2023
Between the last two tests
14,651 miles
Average per year
11,601 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 225,211 miles
  • 2023 – 210,560 miles
  • 2022 – 198,558 miles
  • 2021 – 196,261 miles
  • 2020 – 192,321 miles
  • 2019 – 188,240 miles
  • 2018 – 172,201 miles
  • 2017 – 160,917 miles
  • 2016 – 153,560 miles
  • 2015 – 147,363 miles
  • 2014 – 134,404 miles
  • 2013 – 121,447 miles
  • 2012 – 111,259 miles
  • 2011 – 92,683 miles
  • 2010 – 76,590 miles
  • 2009 – 58,228 miles
  • 2008 – 39,653 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail225,211 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/55/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended not retracting correctly (7.1.2 (c))
  • MajorFuel system component leaking filter area (6.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
  • MajorSpare wheel insecure in carrier (6.1.5 (b) (i))
  • MajorSteering column has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))
  • MajorSteering column top bearing excessively worn (2.2.2 (b))
  • MinorNearside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt slightly damaged rear facing (7.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral bonnet secondary catch deteriorated
  • AdvisoryEML light on
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front seat belt retracting slowly
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear facing seat belt retracting slowly
  • AdvisoryNearside fuel cap cover missing
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear seat belt retracting slowly

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear number plate lamp dim

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Battery terminal loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Fuel flap missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 12 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail225,211 miles (+14,651)1 dangerous17 major2 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    225,211 miles
    Test number
    364053985557
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/55/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended not retracting correctly (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking filter area (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorSpare wheel insecure in carrier (6.1.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorSteering column has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorSteering column top bearing excessively worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt slightly damaged rear facing (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral bonnet secondary catch deteriorated
    • AdvisoryEML light on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front seat belt retracting slowly
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear facing seat belt retracting slowly
    • AdvisoryNearside fuel cap cover missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear seat belt retracting slowly
  2. Pass210,560 miles (+260)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2024
    Odometer
    210,560 miles
    Test number
    587463042566
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear number plate lamp dim
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBattery terminal loose
    • AdvisoryFuel flap missing
  3. Fail210,300 miles (+11,742)18 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,300 miles
    Test number
    916671178666
    • MajorFront Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested due to no pattern (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced centre out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Body component insecure inner arch guard (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing area behind shock (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Body component corroded and likely to cause injury arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced centre out-rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear number plate lamp dim
    • AdvisoryBattery terminal loose
    • AdvisoryFuel flap missing
  4. Pass198,558 miles (+2,297)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    198,558 miles
    Test number
    798986474923
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass196,261 miles (+3,940)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    196,261 miles
    Test number
    184899514579
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass192,321 miles (+4,081)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    192,321 miles
    Test number
    503897403841
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Other passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass188,240 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    188,240 miles
    Test number
    777835415887
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Fail188,240 miles (+16,039)2 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,240 miles
    Test number
    397150713190
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass172,201 miles (+11,284)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    172,201 miles
    Test number
    324058881407
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  10. Pass160,917 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    160,917 miles
    Test number
    154870097881
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced close to exessive (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion wing (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
  11. Fail160,917 miles (+7,357)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,917 miles
    Test number
    843265470195
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced close to exessive (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion wing (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
  12. Pass153,560 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    153,560 miles
    Test number
    338574368863

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail153,560 miles (+13)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,560 miles
    Test number
    374971389410
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  14. Fail153,547 miles (+6,184)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,547 miles
    Test number
    349130842426
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
  15. Pass147,363 miles (+12,959)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    147,363 miles
    Test number
    539963475182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass134,404 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    134,404 miles
    Test number
    267201974138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail134,404 miles (+12,957)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,404 miles
    Test number
    247091374421
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteFront tyres worn on outer edges, o/s front flexi brake hose starting to perish
  18. Pass121,447 miles (+10,188)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    121,447 miles
    Test number
    206886173418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass111,259 miles (+18,576)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    111,259 miles
    Test number
    965462652278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass92,683 miles (+16,093)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    92,683 miles
    Test number
    915689581190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass76,590 miles (+18,362)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    76,590 miles
    Test number
    700931290184
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBoth front brake disks worn
  22. Pass58,228 miles (+18,575)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    58,228 miles
    Test number
    171082499180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass39,653 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    39,653 miles
    Test number
    130724668197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 BCV

Does LB05 BCV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB05 BCV expired on 4 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB05 BCV?
The MOT on LB05 BCV expired on 4 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB05 BCV done?
LB05 BCV was recorded at 225,211 miles at its MOT on 10 Jun 2024, an average of 11,601 miles a year.
Has LB05 BCV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 BCV has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on LB05 BCV ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LB05 BCV find?
LB05 BCV failed its latest MOT on 10 Jun 2024 with 1 dangerous defect, 17 major defects, 2 minor defects and 13 advisories: offside front tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/55/17; central rear seat belt not functioning as intended not retracting correctly; fuel system component leaking filter area, and 30 more.

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