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ME02 THN

2002 Mercedes-benz Vario

Green Diesel 4250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

302,359 mi
Last recorded302,359 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2015
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Vario134,286 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationME02 THN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVario
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,250cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2015 302,359 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 292,076 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 269,045 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2012 269,034 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Seat belt affected by an insecure seat fixing (5.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Apr 2012 250,558 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 14 Apr 2011 226,425 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 201,180 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 177,575 miles
Fail 7 May 2009 177,575 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 23 Apr 2008 151,052 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 128,014 miles
Fail 23 May 2007 127,837 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 104,670 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2006 104,639 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

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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ME02 THN is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Vario in Green with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 ME02 THN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ME02 THN registered?

ME02 THN is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Vario, first registered on 9 May 2002.

Is ME02 THN safe to buy?

The MOT history for ME02 THN shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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