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AY09 AXP

2009 Mercedes Ambulance

Green Diesel 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2017
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

240,719 mi
Last recorded240,719 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2016
Typical for 2009 Mercedes Ambulance184,867 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY09 AXP
MakeMercedes
ModelAmbulance
Year2009
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,000cc
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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2016 240,719 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 228,482 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2015 228,481 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 5 Jun 2014 203,751 miles

Slight oil dampness around engine

Fail 30 May 2014 203,751 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Panhard rod knuckle end bolt head broken off and play in knuckle. has brackets preventing bolt shaft from falling out of vehicle

Slight oil dampness around engine

Pass 3 Jun 2013 148,526 miles
Fail 29 May 2013 148,526 miles

Front Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 11 Jun 2012 91,594 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 48,926 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2011 48,926 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Jun 2010 21,218 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes Ambulance?

Based on 2,964 MOT tests across 240 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
23,772
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
240
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 46
Registration plate lamp not working 23
Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 16
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 16
Brake pipe excessively corroded 13
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AY09 AXP is a 2009 Mercedes Ambulance in Green with a 3,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2009 Mercedes Ambulance models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 184,867 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes Ambulance fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AY09 AXP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes Ambulance typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 17 years old, this Mercedes Ambulance is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AY09 AXP?

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What year was AY09 AXP registered?

AY09 AXP is a 2009 Mercedes Ambulance, first registered on 9 March 2009.

Is AY09 AXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY09 AXP shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AY09 AXP have outstanding finance?

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