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Mercedes-Benz Viano

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 2,148 cc

V50 SETMOT history

V50 SET is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz Viano first used on 1 Sept 2009. Its MOT expired on 18 Aug 2026 and it has passed 12 of 22 MOT tests, with 262,376 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Oct 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Aug 2026
Mileage
262,376 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2026
MOT tests
22
12 passed · 10 failed
Per year
16,754 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V50 SET
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Viano
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
1 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

V50 SET was last recorded at 262,376 miles on 7 Oct 2026, 6,411 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
255,965 miles · 19 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
6,411 miles
Average per year
16,754 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 262,376 miles
  • 2025 – 255,965 miles
  • 2023 – 247,142 miles
  • 2022 – 238,425 miles
  • 2020 – 225,274 miles
  • 2019 – 216,799 miles
  • 2018 – 203,979 miles
  • 2017 – 194,946 miles
  • 2015 – 136,793 miles
  • 2014 – 102,820 miles
  • 2013 – 59,296 miles
  • 2012 – 28,643 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail262,376 miles
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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.

  • Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Non obligatory mirror damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

22 tests since 16 Aug 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail262,376 miles (+6,411)1 dangerous5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    262,376 miles
    Test number
    916989335829
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass255,965 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    255,965 miles
    Test number
    680086414267
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail255,965 miles (+8,823)2 dangerous13 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    255,965 miles
    Test number
    815172420921
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • DangerousNsf step insecure
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front 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 Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged and close to limit (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOsr lamp lens damaged

  4. Pass247,142 miles (+2,098)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    247,142 miles
    Test number
    478770573547
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail245,044 miles (+6,619)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    245,044 miles
    Test number
    238682559921
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass238,425 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    238,425 miles
    Test number
    682792706720
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail238,425 miles (+13,151)1 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    238,425 miles
    Test number
    975169695522
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass225,274 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    225,274 miles
    Test number
    317412285454
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  9. Fail225,274 miles (+8,475)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    225,274 miles
    Test number
    200802226426
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Body component insecure side step (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  10. Pass216,799 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    216,799 miles
    Test number
    871876239191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail216,799 miles (+12,820)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,799 miles
    Test number
    393147188819
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  12. Pass203,979 miles (+9,033)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    203,979 miles
    Test number
    453383885692

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass194,946 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    194,946 miles
    Test number
    837533517723

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail194,941 miles (+58,148)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,941 miles
    Test number
    430840785269
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort parking brake (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing severely (3.7.B.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass136,793 miles (+794)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    136,793 miles
    Test number
    859008412610

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail135,999 miles (+33,179)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,999 miles
    Test number
    213261326262
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass102,820 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    102,820 miles
    Test number
    276166814377
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail102,820 miles (+43,524)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,820 miles
    Test number
    786916814347
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail59,296 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,296 miles
    Test number
    497692013326
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  20. Pass59,296 miles (+30,653)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    59,296 miles
    Test number
    919282213364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass28,643 miles (+3,189)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    28,643 miles
    Test number
    855597122356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass25,454 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    25,454 miles
    Test number
    775939222273
    • NoteTyres scrubbed

Questions about V50 SET

Does V50 SET currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V50 SET expired on 18 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V50 SET?
The MOT on V50 SET expired on 18 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V50 SET done?
V50 SET was recorded at 262,376 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2026, an average of 16,754 miles a year.
Has V50 SET ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V50 SET has failed 10 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on V50 SET 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 V50 SET find?
V50 SET failed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 5 major defects, 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault; fuel system component leaking, and 5 more.

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