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BL52 NPZ

2003 Mercedes-benz Vario

Yellow Diesel 4250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

215,939 mi
Last recorded215,939 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2013
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Vario136,142 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL52 NPZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVario
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,250cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2013 215,939 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2013 206,957 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 7 Jan 2013 206,957 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 197,537 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 182,759 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2010 182,759 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Dec 2009 172,672 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 147,250 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 125,634 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 99,764 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2005 75,058 miles

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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BL52 NPZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vario in Yellow with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes-benz Vario models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 136,142 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 BL52 NPZ, 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 23 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vario is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BL52 NPZ registered?

BL52 NPZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vario, first registered on 5 January 2003.

Is BL52 NPZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL52 NPZ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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