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DK08 GXO

2008 Mercedes Ambulance

Yellow Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2017
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

291,803 mi
Last recorded291,803 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2016
Typical for 2008 Mercedes Ambulance197,114 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 8 Mar 2016 291,803 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 268,202 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 241,959 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 203,724 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 162,921 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 118,803 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 10 Mar 2010 76,455 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 32,008 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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DK08 GXO is a 2008 Mercedes Ambulance in Yellow with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GXO, 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 GXO?

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What year was DK08 GXO registered?

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

Is DK08 GXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK08 GXO shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DK08 GXO have outstanding finance?

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