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FN05 EFG

2005 Mercedes-benz Vario

Silver Diesel 4250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

303,007 mi
Last recorded303,007 miles
Recorded on14 May 2020
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vario90,649 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN05 EFG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVario
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,250cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 May 2020 303,007 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 294,982 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 282,747 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 271,157 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 256,730 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 242,400 miles
Fail 15 May 2014 228,516 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 May 2014 228,516 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 213,546 miles
Fail 10 May 2013 213,546 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 191,733 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 166,589 miles

N/S/F tyre sidewall scuffed.

Nearside Rear Air brake cylinder/actuator slightly damaged but function not impaired (3.6.A.2c)

Fail 7 Jun 2011 166,589 miles

N/S/F tyre sidewall scuffed.

Nearside Rear Air brake cylinder/actuator slightly damaged but function not impaired (3.6.A.2c)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 27 May 2010 137,991 miles

N/S/F tyre sidewall scuffed.

Nail in N/S/R inner tyre

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

Pass 1 Jun 2009 106,494 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 76,599 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 50,025 miles

Rear Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 16 May 2007 50,025 miles

Offside Rear Lower Rear position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

Rear Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 23 May 2006 22,548 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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FN05 EFG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vario in Silver with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FN05 EFG, 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 FN05 EFG registered?

FN05 EFG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vario, first registered on 8 June 2005.

Is FN05 EFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN05 EFG shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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