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AY09 AYL

2009 Mercedes Ambulance

Green Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

289,343 mi
Last recorded289,343 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2021
Typical for 2009 Mercedes Ambulance184,867 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY09 AYL
MakeMercedes
ModelAmbulance
Year2009
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2021 289,343 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged slight bulge outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 10 Mar 2021 289,334 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to hose (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged slight bulge outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Mar 2020 285,564 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at flex (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2019 283,661 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 268,794 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 13 Mar 2017 264,637 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2017 264,637 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Feb 2016 257,282 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 243,329 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 202,314 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 165,853 miles

Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 7 Mar 2012 123,174 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 71,558 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 18,849 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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 AYL is a 2009 Mercedes Ambulance in Green with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AYL, 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

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What year was AY09 AYL registered?

AY09 AYL is a 2009 Mercedes Ambulance, first registered on 25 March 2009.

Is AY09 AYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY09 AYL shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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