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DK09 BKJ

2009 Mercedes Ambulance

Yellow Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2016
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

304,086 mi
Last recorded304,086 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2015
Typical for 2009 Mercedes Ambulance184,867 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK09 BKJ
MakeMercedes
ModelAmbulance
Year2009
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2015 304,086 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 262,652 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 216,903 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2013 216,901 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2012 158,670 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2012 157,532 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing bolt insecure (2.4.B.7b)

Offside Rear Leaf spring slipper insecure (2.4.B.5)

slight twist in nearside front flexible brake hose

Pass 11 Mar 2011 98,618 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 44,943 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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DK09 BKJ is a 2009 Mercedes Ambulance in Yellow with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2009 Mercedes Ambulance models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 184,867 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 DK09 BKJ, 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 17 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 DK09 BKJ?

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What year was DK09 BKJ registered?

DK09 BKJ is a 2009 Mercedes Ambulance, first registered on 3 April 2009.

Is DK09 BKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK09 BKJ shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DK09 BKJ have outstanding finance?

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