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KE51 APV

2001 Mercedes Minibus

Cream Diesel 4250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

103,851 mi
Last recorded103,851 miles
Recorded on14 May 2012
Typical for 2001 Mercedes Minibus121,219 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE51 APV
MakeMercedes
ModelMinibus
Year2001
ColourCream
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,250cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 May 2012 103,851 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 103,702 miles

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

Fail 20 Aug 2010 103,693 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (4.1.E.2a)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (4.1.E.2a)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 13 Oct 2009 97,460 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 91,297 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 81,283 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 73,804 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2005 62,544 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes Minibus?

Based on 1,162 MOT tests across 126 vehicles.

79.5%
Pass Rate
8,560
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
126
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 29
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 18
brake binding 12
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12
Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush 9
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KE51 APV is a 2001 Mercedes Minibus in Cream with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes Minibus models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 121,219 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes Minibus fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KE51 APV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes Minibus typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 25 years old, this Mercedes Minibus is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KE51 APV?

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What year was KE51 APV registered?

KE51 APV is a 2001 Mercedes Minibus, first registered on 22 October 2001.

Is KE51 APV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KE51 APV shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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