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RK08 FZD

2008 Mercedes Ambulance

Yellow Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2021
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

679,280 mi
Last recorded679,280 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Mercedes Ambulance197,114 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2019 679,280 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 627,227 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 575,655 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 515,988 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2016 515,988 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Jul 2015 470,968 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 397,735 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 335,747 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 8 Jun 2013 335,745 miles

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

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 272,082 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2012 271,527 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

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

Pass 31 May 2012 270,146 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

screw n/s/r inner tyre

Fail 31 May 2012 270,146 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

screw n/s/r inner tyre

Pass 9 Jun 2011 209,794 miles

O/S park brake noisy

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

Steering rack has slight wear in it

Pass 26 May 2010 152,353 miles
Fail 26 May 2010 152,353 miles

Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Pass 18 Jun 2009 63,414 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 FZD is a 2008 Mercedes Ambulance in Yellow with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 FZD, 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 FZD?

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What year was RK08 FZD registered?

RK08 FZD is a 2008 Mercedes Ambulance, first registered on 8 August 2008.

Is RK08 FZD safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK08 FZD shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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