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PO53 LRE

2003 Mercedes Minibus

Maroon Diesel 4250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

265,131 mi
Last recorded265,131 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes Minibus83,365 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO53 LRE
MakeMercedes
ModelMinibus
Year2003
ColourMaroon
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,250cc
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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2019 265,131 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 251,336 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 235,038 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Oil leak gearbox area ()

Pass 1 Nov 2016 221,319 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 205,283 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 184,499 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 164,884 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2013 164,884 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear passenger door catch missing (6.2.B.2)

o/s/r mudgaurd and n/s/r mudgaurd out riggers hold not with in a percribed area . x6 removable seats at time of test

Pass 15 Nov 2012 151,508 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 136,674 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 120,900 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 102,675 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not affecting the beam image or light output (1.2.4a)

Pass 13 Oct 2008 85,677 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 68,631 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 51,639 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2006 51,639 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

How Reliable is the Mercedes Minibus?

Based on 1,162 MOT tests across 126 vehicles.

79.5%
Pass Rate
8,560
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
126
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 29
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 18
brake binding 12
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12
Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush 9
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PO53 LRE is a 2003 Mercedes Minibus in Maroon with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes Minibus models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 83,365 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 Minibus fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PO53 LRE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes Minibus typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 23 years old, this Mercedes Minibus is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was PO53 LRE registered?

PO53 LRE is a 2003 Mercedes Minibus, first registered on 8 October 2003.

Is PO53 LRE safe to buy?

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