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DK08 GXL

2008 Mercedes Ambulance

Yellow Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

261,969 mi
Last recorded261,969 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2016
Typical for 2008 Mercedes Ambulance197,114 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK08 GXL
MakeMercedes
ModelAmbulance
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2016 261,969 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 233,714 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 233,710 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 207,899 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 170,913 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 133,662 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2012 133,653 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 101,116 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Mar 2010 66,686 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 30,981 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2009 30,971 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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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DK08 GXL is a 2008 Mercedes Ambulance in Yellow with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes Ambulance models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 197,114 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 DK08 GXL, 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 18 years old, this Mercedes Ambulance is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DK08 GXL?

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What year was DK08 GXL registered?

DK08 GXL is a 2008 Mercedes Ambulance, first registered on 10 April 2008.

Is DK08 GXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK08 GXL 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.

Does DK08 GXL have outstanding finance?

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