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DK57 JHF

2007 Mercedes-benz Vario

Silver Diesel 4250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2023
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

283,523 mi
Last recorded283,523 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2022
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz Vario114,366 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK57 JHF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVario
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,250cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2022 283,523 miles

Body corrosion

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively ON LIMIT (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2021 283,387 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material many metal brake covered in grease - unable to visibly assess condition (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front brake discs slightly rusted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder removed from drivers view through screen ()

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose lower mirror slightly wobbly on pivot bracket (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened brake disc inner surface rusted/pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall scuffed - no cords visible at time of test (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips on screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Dec 2021 283,387 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material many metal brake covered in grease - unable to visibly assess condition (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front brake discs slightly rusted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder removed from drivers view through screen ()

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose lower mirror slightly wobbly on pivot bracket (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Outline marker lamp not working by front door (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened brake disc inner surface rusted/pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall scuffed - no cords visible at time of test (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips on screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2020 282,100 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewall scuffed quite badly - no cords exposed at time of test (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface rusted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge of tread worn smooth (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake damaged, but the braking system is not adversely affected Both parking brake chambers - dust boots/covers for linkage badly perished - allowing dirt etc.to enter (1.1.21 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips on screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Dec 2020 282,083 miles

Drag link end ball joint has excessive play Drag link both joints worn (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Exhaust system insecure front pipe support bracket broken (under gearbox) (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Outline marker lamp not working side marker lamp, (front) not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewall scuffed quite badly - no cords exposed at time of test (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated inner tyre (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge of tread worn smooth (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake damaged, but the braking system is not adversely affected Both parking brake chambers - dust boots/covers for linkage badly perished - allowing dirt etc.to enter (1.1.21 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources only one lamp working (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips on screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2019 272,317 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Nov 2019 272,309 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fuel tank insecure Likely to become detached (6.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Dec 2018 269,154 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rears (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Dec 2018 269,150 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded x axle (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rears (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2017 265,657 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 237,148 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 205,575 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 178,937 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 151,469 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 122,689 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 95,986 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 69,564 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 47,879 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 22,129 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2008 22,129 miles

Nearside Front Body has sharp edges or projections caused by corrosion or damage making the vehicle dangerous to other road users (6.5.10)

Nearside Front Lower Front outline marker lamp(s) not working (1.1.B.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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DK57 JHF is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Vario in Silver with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2007 Mercedes-benz Vario models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 114,366 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 DK57 JHF, 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 19 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vario is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DK57 JHF registered?

DK57 JHF is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Vario, first registered on 26 November 2007.

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