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KE55 KYS

2005 Mercedes-benz Vario

White Diesel 4250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2023
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

104,939 mi
Last recorded104,939 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2022
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vario90,649 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2022 104,939 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 104,687 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Dec 2019 104,586 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2018 102,881 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2018 102,881 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system at caliper (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture at caliper (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Jan 2018 97,675 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2018 97,675 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Nov 2016 92,392 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Nov 2015 92,328 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 86,487 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2014 86,487 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 31 Oct 2013 78,303 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2012 70,345 miles

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

Fail 17 Nov 2012 70,345 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 25 Oct 2011 62,879 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2011 62,879 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Nov 2010 55,415 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 47,452 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 39,340 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 30,146 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 14,532 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 KYS is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vario in White with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 KE55 KYS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KE55 KYS registered?

KE55 KYS is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vario, first registered on 15 December 2005.

Is KE55 KYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for KE55 KYS shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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