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BX12 JYZ

2012 Mercedes Ambulance

Yellow Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2025
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

259,252 mi
Last recorded259,252 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2024
Typical for 2012 Mercedes Ambulance168,500 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX12 JYZ
MakeMercedes
ModelAmbulance
Year2012
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2024 259,252 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive SUMP AREA (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Mar 2024 259,252 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp aim too low BOTH (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive SUMP AREA (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2023 241,696 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 227,240 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material above fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 8 Mar 2022 227,238 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material above fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Jun 2021 212,482 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 196,521 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2020 196,515 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect LHD headlight (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect LHD headlight (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2019 177,473 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2019 177,473 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 157,931 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 129,070 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 103,825 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 77,103 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 47,728 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 23,166 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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BX12 JYZ is a 2012 Mercedes Ambulance in Yellow with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2012 Mercedes Ambulance models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 168,500 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 BX12 JYZ, 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 14 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 BX12 JYZ registered?

BX12 JYZ is a 2012 Mercedes Ambulance, first registered on 20 July 2012.

Is BX12 JYZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX12 JYZ shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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