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DK55 BLV

2005 Mercedes-benz Vario

Silver Diesel 4250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

408,116 mi
Last recorded408,116 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2021
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vario90,649 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK55 BLV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVario
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,250cc
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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2021 408,116 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 407,451 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 392,175 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 358,406 miles

Surface corrosion present on chassis and inner sills

Pass 16 Sep 2015 332,008 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 303,408 miles

various brake pipes on vehicle corroded

Pass 27 Sep 2013 277,063 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 30 Aug 2012 249,254 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 232,400 miles

nearside rear upper marker lamp not working

Fail 14 Sep 2010 212,392 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 14 Sep 2010 212,392 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 187,514 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 138,354 miles

Section 19 small bus permit faded

Pass 11 Sep 2007 90,656 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 57,244 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Air brake cylinder/actuator damaged but function not impaired (3.6.H.1d)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.D.1b)

Fail 15 Dec 2006 57,244 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (not working) (1.1.4a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Upper Rear outline marker lamp(s) not working (1.1.B.1c)

Offside Rear Air brake cylinder/actuator damaged but function not impaired (3.6.H.1d)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 13 Sep 2006 44,593 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Vario?

Based on 6,027 MOT tests across 549 vehicles.

76.2%
Pass Rate
14,839
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
549
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 86
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 69
Registration plate lamp not working 65
position lamp(s) not working 50
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm 49
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DK55 BLV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vario in Silver with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz Vario models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 90,649 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Vario fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DK55 BLV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Vario typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 21 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vario is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DK55 BLV registered?

DK55 BLV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vario, first registered on 26 September 2005.

Is DK55 BLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK55 BLV shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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