2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano 2.1L Diesel · BL12 HVR
2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano (2.1L, diesel). First registered 20 Jul 2012. Recorded mileage 307,166 miles. MOT valid until 01 May 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ VIANO
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 307,166 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
BL12 HVR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 25/04/2026
- 307,166 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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BL12 HVR Mileage History
- 22/02/2022193,633 mi
- 31/03/2023253,120 mi+59,487 mi
- 18/04/2024287,305 mi+34,185 mi
- 03/05/2025291,995 mi+4,690 mi
- 25/04/2026307,166 mi+15,171 mi
Average of roughly 27,229 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
BL12 HVR MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano (BL12 HVR) between February 2022 and April 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 6 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
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