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BU04 EZL

2004 Mercedes Minibus

Green Diesel 4250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

212,887 mi
Last recorded212,887 miles
Recorded on26 May 2016
Typical for 2004 Mercedes Minibus147,815 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU04 EZL
MakeMercedes
ModelMinibus
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,250cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2016 212,887 miles

nearside front tyre poor condition

Pass 22 May 2015 193,266 miles
Fail 22 May 2015 193,257 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 May 2014 173,295 miles

Offside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

n/s/front tyre in poor condition

Fail 23 May 2014 173,295 miles

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

Offside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

n/s/front tyre in poor condition

Pass 30 May 2013 153,102 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 132,932 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 112,770 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 93,715 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 75,431 miles
Fail 21 May 2009 75,430 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 29 May 2008 61,176 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 46,390 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 32,084 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes Minibus?

Based on 1,162 MOT tests across 126 vehicles.

79.5%
Pass Rate
8,560
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
126
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 29
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 18
brake binding 12
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12
Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush 9
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BU04 EZL is a 2004 Mercedes Minibus in Green with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes Minibus models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 147,815 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 Minibus fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU04 EZL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes Minibus typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 22 years old, this Mercedes Minibus is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU04 EZL registered?

BU04 EZL is a 2004 Mercedes Minibus, first registered on 1 June 2004.

Is BU04 EZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU04 EZL shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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