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B1 LBP

2009 Mercedes Ambulance

Green Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

388,040 mi
Last recorded388,040 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2022
Typical for 2009 Mercedes Ambulance184,867 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB1 LBP
MakeMercedes
ModelAmbulance
Year2009
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2022 388,040 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 375,204 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Jul 2020 369,829 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Dec 2018 358,176 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2017 348,455 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 2 Oct 2017 347,613 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 May 2016 346,776 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 342,202 miles

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

Fail 2 Jun 2015 342,202 miles

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

Offside Rear Panhard rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 27 May 2014 378,348 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 265,759 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 197,616 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 127,816 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2010 44,521 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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B1 LBP 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 B1 LBP, 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 B1 LBP registered?

B1 LBP is a 2009 Mercedes Ambulance, first registered on 12 June 2009.

Is B1 LBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for B1 LBP 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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