2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano 2.1L Diesel · LC09 XNV

The most recent MOT on 8 August 2024 at 180,303 miles produced a pass with no defects recorded, yet this certification is now nearly two years old as of July 2026. The vehicle failed twice previously with no defects listed either, on 2 December 2023 at 180,276 miles and again on 6 August 2024 at 180,301 miles, both without specifying mechanical faults. This anomaly suggests the failures may stem from non-technical causes such as documentation issues or the vehicle not being road-ready, rather than an ongoing mechanical trend. The maintenance record therefore presents an ambiguous roadworthiness picture where the most recent test is clean but the preceding failures lack explanatory detail. The mileage progression aligns with typical annual usage of roughly 10,600 miles, rising from 175,448 miles in October 2022 to 180,276 miles by December 2023. However, the odometer advanced by only 27 miles between December 2023 and August 2024, indicating the vehicle stood idle or saw minimal use over that eight-month period. Such low mileage accumulation can mask infrequent but necessary maintenance on consumables and moving parts that degrade even during storage. With no specific defects flagged in the official record, the buyer must conduct a thorough in-person inspection focusing on components that commonly wear at this age and mileage. Pay particular attention to suspension bushes, coil springs, and binding calipers, as well as brake disc thickness and exhaust emissions readiness. The repeated failures without recorded defects warrant a check for structural corrosion, particularly around the chassis and rear suspension mounting points, which are known weak spots on the Viano platform.