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KE55 HDU

2005 Mercedes-benz Vario

White Diesel 4250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

191,812 mi
Last recorded191,812 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2023
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vario90,649 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE55 HDU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVario
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,250cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2023 191,812 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 190,061 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 185,492 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 6 May 2016 176,280 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 162,772 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Jun 2015 162,772 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 2 Jul 2014 150,484 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Jul 2013 135,306 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Jul 2012 118,708 miles

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

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)

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

Pass 15 Jul 2011 102,318 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 82,817 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 63,757 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 45,098 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 27,167 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 11,974 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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KE55 HDU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vario in White with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 KE55 HDU, 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 KE55 HDU registered?

KE55 HDU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vario, first registered on 11 November 2005.

Is KE55 HDU safe to buy?

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