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BU04 UTG

2004 Mercedes Minibus

White Diesel 4250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

173,784 mi
Last recorded173,784 miles
Recorded on13 May 2011
Typical for 2004 Mercedes Minibus147,815 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU04 UTG
MakeMercedes
ModelMinibus
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,250cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2011 173,784 miles
Fail 12 May 2011 173,784 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 May 2010 139,170 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 108,373 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 78,550 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 56,302 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 34,012 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 UTG is a 2004 Mercedes Minibus in White with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 UTG, 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

How do I check the history of BU04 UTG?

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What year was BU04 UTG registered?

BU04 UTG is a 2004 Mercedes Minibus, first registered on 21 July 2004.

Is BU04 UTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU04 UTG shows 7 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.

Does BU04 UTG have outstanding finance?

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