Mercedes Benz Viano (2013)
2013 Mercedes Benz Viano
CarHunch analysed 856 real MOT records for the 2013 Mercedes Benz Viano. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2013 Mercedes-Benz Viano passes its MOT slightly above the UK average at 81.2%, but nearly half of these vehicles—41.4%—have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is a serious buyer concern that warrants a thorough pre-purchase inspection. The diesel engines (which make up virtually all examples) show no particular weakness at 81.1% pass rate.
With a median mileage of 88,301 miles for a ten-year-old vehicle, these Vianos are running typically, but they're generating an average of 2.6 failures and 14 advisories per test, suggesting wear is accumulating faster than the industry norm. If you're considering one, get a full diagnostic check of the braking and suspension systems—the high advisory rate points to these areas needing attention as the van ages.
What to check before buying a 2013 Mercedes Benz Viano
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 41.4% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (98%) | 840 | 81.1% | 2.63 |
| Petrol (2%) | 15 | 88% | 0.6 |
| Gas Diesel (0%) | 1 | 81.8% | 2 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2013 Mercedes Benz Viano vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2013 Mercedes Benz Viano vehicles fall between 59,688 and 120,731 miles.
2013 Mercedes Benz Viano — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 603 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 80% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2013 Mercedes Benz Viano
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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45.8%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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44.1%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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43%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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41.6%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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28.5%
Oil leak, but not excessive
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21%
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view
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20.3%
Parking brake efficiency below requirements
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16.1%
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2013. Counts include advisories and failures.
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