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Mercedes-Benz Viano

Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 2,143 cc

LS12 GCOMOT history

LS12 GCO is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz Viano first used on 30 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 15 Dec 2026 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 149,722 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Dec 2026
Mileage
149,722 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2025
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
10,586 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 GCO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Viano
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
30 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 GCO was last recorded at 149,722 miles on 16 Dec 2025, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,716 miles · 10 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
10,586 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 149,722 miles
  • 2023 – 132,491 miles
  • 2022 – 125,003 miles
  • 2021 – 103,184 miles
  • 2020 – 90,591 miles
  • 2019 – 84,496 miles
  • 2018 – 77,015 miles
  • 2017 – 65,448 miles
  • 2016 – 55,542 miles
  • 2015 – 42,520 miles
  • 2014 – 29,689 miles
  • 2013 – 15,787 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,722 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories 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.

  • Nearside Rear lamp damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • All direction indicators slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

21 tests since 22 Apr 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,722 miles (+6)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    149,722 miles
    Test number
    288186819597
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail149,716 miles (+5,245)1 dangerous1 major2 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,716 miles
    Test number
    419990846367
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass144,471 miles (+8)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    144,471 miles
    Test number
    590569362070
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  4. Fail144,463 miles (+11,972)3 major1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,463 miles
    Test number
    547863435874
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Reversing lamp does not emit a steady white light (4.6.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  5. Pass132,491 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    132,491 miles
    Test number
    473580824441
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  6. Fail132,491 miles (+7,488)2 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,491 miles
    Test number
    804957604539
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  7. Pass125,003 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    125,003 miles
    Test number
    620990624619
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lamp damaged
  8. Fail125,001 miles (+21,817)1 dangerous14 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,001 miles
    Test number
    967834845444
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorFront Windscreen in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working repeater (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working repeater (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront brake pad indicator on
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lamp damaged
  9. Pass103,184 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    103,184 miles
    Test number
    107509940502
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both upper bushes (5.3.2 (c))
  10. Fail103,183 miles (+12,592)1 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,183 miles
    Test number
    988006768673
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/65R16c (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both upper bushes (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Pass90,591 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    90,591 miles
    Test number
    238670587266
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  12. Fail90,591 miles (+2)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,591 miles
    Test number
    410912932324
    • DangerousExhaust silencer likely to become detached centre clamp (8.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  13. Fail90,589 miles (+6,093)1 dangerous6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,589 miles
    Test number
    279518157980
    • DangerousExhaust silencer likely to become detached centre and rear exhaust clamps rusted through and broken (8.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x5 child seats fitted during test, only centre seat on 2nd row is tested
  14. Pass84,496 miles (+7,481)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    84,496 miles
    Test number
    270064356003
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  15. Pass77,015 miles (+11,567)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2019
    Odometer
    77,015 miles
    Test number
    318097212193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass65,448 miles (+9,906)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2018
    Odometer
    65,448 miles
    Test number
    170773270343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass55,542 miles (+2,163)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2017
    Odometer
    55,542 miles
    Test number
    751881144252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass53,379 miles (+10,859)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    53,379 miles
    Test number
    412543066098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass42,520 miles (+12,831)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    42,520 miles
    Test number
    646508615113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass29,689 miles (+13,902)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    29,689 miles
    Test number
    176724904107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass15,787 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    15,787 miles
    Test number
    148812213192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS12 GCO

Does LS12 GCO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 GCO is valid until 15 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS12 GCO?
The MOT on LS12 GCO is valid until 15 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 GCO done?
LS12 GCO was recorded at 149,722 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2025, an average of 10,586 miles a year.
Has LS12 GCO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 GCO has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LS12 GCO 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 LS12 GCO find?
LS12 GCO passed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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