2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano Ambient 3.0CDI Blue-CY A 3.0L Heavy oil · MJ61 VGL
2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano Ambient 3.0CDI Blue-CY A (3.0L, heavy oil). First registered 28 Nov 2011. Recorded mileage 158,128 miles. MOT expired on 15 Aug 2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ VIANO AMBIENT 3.0CDI BLUE-CY A
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 15 Aug 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 158,128 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required
- Fuel & Engine
- HEAVY OIL · 3.0L
- 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.
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MJ61 VGL Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 17/08/2025
- 158,128 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MJ61 VGL MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano Ambient 3.0Cdi Blue-Cy A (MJ61 VGL) between September 2022 and August 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 17 August 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 1 advisory notice is 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.
MJ61 VGL Mileage History
- 07/09/2022115,945 mi
- 22/07/2024138,315 mi+22,370 mi
- 18/07/2025149,650 mi+11,335 mi
- 17/08/2025158,128 mi+8,478 mi
Average of roughly 14,333 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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