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KF02 ZWW

2002 Mercedes-benz Vario

Red Diesel 4250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2017
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

287,718 mi
Last recorded287,718 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2016
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Vario134,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKF02 ZWW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVario
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,250cc
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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2016 287,718 miles

Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

body frame corrosion

Fail 28 Jul 2016 287,715 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt affected by an insecure seat fixing seat base bolts missing outer (5.2.1b)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

body frame corrosion

Pass 17 Jul 2015 275,381 miles

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 10 Jul 2015 275,324 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 258,898 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 29 Jul 2013 241,873 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 17 Jul 2012 214,954 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Speed limiter plate missing (6.5.A.1a)

Pass 17 Jul 2012 214,954 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 27 Jul 2011 187,760 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2010 166,833 miles

Offside Front Upper Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

brake pipes starting to corrode brake pipe starting to chaffe on clip attached to bonnet release cable

Pass 13 Jul 2010 166,833 miles

brake pipes starting to corrode brake pipe starting to chaffe on clip attached to bonnet release cable

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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KF02 ZWW is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Vario in Red with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2002 Mercedes-benz Vario models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 134,286 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 KF02 ZWW, 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 24 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 KF02 ZWW registered?

KF02 ZWW is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Vario, first registered on 27 March 2002.

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The MOT history for KF02 ZWW shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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