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LJ53 BVX

2003 Mercedes Ambulance

Yellow Diesel 2874cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2016
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

197,889 mi
Last recorded197,889 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes Ambulance167,057 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 BVX
MakeMercedes
ModelAmbulance
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,874cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 2 Jul 2015 197,889 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 170,732 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 177,647 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 160,848 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 6 Jul 2011 143,379 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 131,057 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 109,849 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 93,587 miles

Nearside Front Radius arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Sep 2007 72,138 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 53,275 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes Ambulance?

Based on 2,964 MOT tests across 240 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
23,772
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
240
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 46
Registration plate lamp not working 23
Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 16
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 16
Brake pipe excessively corroded 13
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LJ53 BVX is a 2003 Mercedes Ambulance in Yellow with a 2,874cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes Ambulance models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 167,057 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes Ambulance fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ53 BVX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes Ambulance typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Mercedes Ambulance is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ53 BVX registered?

LJ53 BVX is a 2003 Mercedes Ambulance, first registered on 1 November 2003.

Is LJ53 BVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ53 BVX shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LJ53 BVX have outstanding finance?

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