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KE54 EKR

2004 Mercedes-benz Vario

Red Diesel 4250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

286,505 mi
Last recorded286,505 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Vario132,380 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE54 EKR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVario
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,250cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2025 286,505 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2025 286,444 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded marked yellow (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded marked yellow (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded marked yellow (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake load sensing valve seized but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2024 285,034 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2023 283,769 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2023 283,708 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Outline marker lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.2.2 (a))

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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KE54 EKR is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vario in Red with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz Vario models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 132,380 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 KE54 EKR, 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 22 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vario is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was KE54 EKR registered?

KE54 EKR is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vario, first registered on 10 September 2004.

Is KE54 EKR safe to buy?

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