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HJ02 SXO

2002 Mercedes-benz Vario

Red Diesel 4250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2012
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

266,377 mi
Last recorded266,377 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2011
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Vario134,286 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ02 SXO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVario
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,250cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2011 266,377 miles

blue lamp units fitted to rear

corrosion to body below windscreen

fuel residue on tank

offside inner door handle sticks

offside rear anti-roll bar bush slightly displaced

wear on rear brake pads close to legal limit

Fail 4 Aug 2011 266,377 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

blue lamp units fitted to rear

corrosion to body below windscreen

fuel residue on tank

offside inner door handle sticks

offside rear anti-roll bar bush slightly displaced

wear on rear brake pads close to legal limit

Pass 26 Jul 2010 259,837 miles

blue lights fitted to rear of vehicle

corrosion to both nearside and offside lower panels

corrosion to lower windsreen aperature

offside door handle sticking

owner to advise dvla of change of class of and intended use along with insurance company

slight play in front drag link end

wear in rear antiroll bar bush's

Fail 26 Jul 2010 259,837 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

blue lights fitted to rear of vehicle

corrosion to both nearside and offside lower panels

corrosion to lower windsreen aperature

offside door handle sticking

owner to advise dvla of change of class of and intended use along with insurance company

slight play in front drag link end

wear in rear antiroll bar bush's

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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HJ02 SXO is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Vario in Red with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2002 Mercedes-benz Vario models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 134,286 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 HJ02 SXO, 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 24 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vario is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HJ02 SXO registered?

HJ02 SXO is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Vario, first registered on 11 July 2002.

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Does HJ02 SXO have outstanding finance?

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