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RK08 FYS

2008 Mercedes Ambulance

Yellow Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

680,877 mi
Last recorded680,877 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Mercedes Ambulance197,114 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK08 FYS
MakeMercedes
ModelAmbulance
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2020 680,877 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2020 680,877 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 26 Mar 2019 665,400 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 618,692 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint Nearing wear limit (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 29 Mar 2017 555,098 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 502,564 miles

nail in o/s front tyre

Pass 28 Mar 2015 446,472 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 384,670 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 329,610 miles
Fail 25 May 2013 329,608 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2012 274,401 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 212,872 miles

n/s/f seat belt damaged

o/s park brake noisey

Pass 20 May 2010 140,203 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

hand brake on 16% legal lowest limit

Fail 20 May 2010 140,203 miles

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

hand brake on 16% legal lowest limit

Fail 18 Jun 2009 63,183 miles

Nearside Leaf spring anchor bracket loose (2.4.B.6a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Leaf spring anchor bracket loose (2.4.B.6a)

Pass 18 Jun 2009 63,183 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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RK08 FYS is a 2008 Mercedes Ambulance in Yellow with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes Ambulance models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 197,114 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 Ambulance fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RK08 FYS, 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 18 years old, this Mercedes Ambulance is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RK08 FYS?

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What year was RK08 FYS registered?

RK08 FYS is a 2008 Mercedes Ambulance, first registered on 10 July 2008.

Is RK08 FYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK08 FYS shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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