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BIG 8774

2005 Mercedes-benz Vario

Silver Diesel 4250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

167,128 mi
Last recorded167,128 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2015
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vario90,649 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBIG 8774
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVario
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,250cc
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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2015 167,128 miles

Oil leak

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 3 Apr 2014 154,816 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2014 154,816 miles

Nearside Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 Apr 2013 139,483 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2013 139,483 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 4 Apr 2012 125,098 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 108,277 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2011 108,277 miles

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

n/s and o/s rear inner wheel arches insecure

o/s rear no plate lens dirty

Pass 8 Apr 2010 91,169 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 74,041 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 56,200 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 37,576 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2007 37,574 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Coolant Leak at N/S/Front.<Bottom Hose area.>

Nearside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1e)

O/S & N/S Rear Mudguards insecure.

O/S/Rearmost Seat. Base insecure.

Offside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1e)

Oil Leak at O/S Front.

Pass 12 Apr 2006 17,733 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2006 17,733 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order affecting the beam image (1.2.4a)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Vario?

Based on 6,027 MOT tests across 549 vehicles.

76.2%
Pass Rate
14,839
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
549
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 86
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 69
Registration plate lamp not working 65
position lamp(s) not working 50
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm 49
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BIG 8774 is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vario in Silver with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz Vario models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 90,649 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-benz Vario fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BIG 8774, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Vario typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 21 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vario is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BIG 8774 registered?

BIG 8774 is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vario, first registered on 22 April 2005.

Is BIG 8774 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BIG 8774 shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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