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KE51 APF

2001 Mercedes-benz Vario

White Diesel 4250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

148,672 mi
Last recorded148,672 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2024
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Vario141,612 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE51 APF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVario
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,250cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2024 148,672 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 May 2023 145,897 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Outline marker lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner tyre tread low

Fail 4 May 2023 145,897 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Outline marker lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner tyre tread low

Pass 6 May 2022 143,207 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front tyre worn on edges

Fail 25 Apr 2022 143,174 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))

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

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front tyre worn on edges

Pass 9 Feb 2021 141,144 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear brake pads and discs worn

Pass 3 Jul 2019 139,245 miles

slight diff pinion oil leak

Pass 27 Jun 2018 134,998 miles

Nearside Front tyre sidewall cracking but not to cords.

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tailpipe. (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 133,418 miles

Nearside Front tyre sidewall cracking but not to cords.

Pass 17 Jun 2016 130,633 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 128,586 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2014 125,249 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Slight wear on rear discs.

Pass 2 Jul 2013 121,004 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 119,756 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2011 110,079 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2011 110,079 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 100,329 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 19 Jun 2010 100,329 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 17 Jun 2009 91,002 miles

slight play detected nearside & offside front anti roll bar bushes

Pass 24 Jun 2008 79,033 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 66,723 miles

slight movement in nearside front anti roll bar link bushes

Pass 5 Jul 2006 53,473 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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KE51 APF is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Vario in White with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes-benz Vario models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 141,612 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 KE51 APF, 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 25 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 KE51 APF registered?

KE51 APF is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Vario, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is KE51 APF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KE51 APF shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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