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RO09 HTX

2009 Mercedes Ambulance

Yellow Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

339,976 mi
Last recorded339,976 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2019
Typical for 2009 Mercedes Ambulance184,867 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO09 HTX
MakeMercedes
ModelAmbulance
Year2009
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2019 339,976 miles

brake pipes above fuel tank

under trays fitted

Pass 12 Oct 2018 306,853 miles

brake pipes above fuel tank

emissions to low to read

Pass 6 Nov 2017 275,052 miles

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

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

brake pipes above fuel tank

emissions to low to read

Pass 5 Jan 2017 245,369 miles

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

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

brake pipes above fuel tank

Pass 14 Jan 2016 216,921 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 190,636 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 164,616 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 129,770 miles

engine oil leak

Pass 24 Feb 2012 95,486 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2012 95,486 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 26 Jan 2011 57,962 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2011 57,962 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Jan 2010 16,292 miles

front brake discs slight scoring

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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RO09 HTX is a 2009 Mercedes Ambulance in Yellow with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2009 Mercedes Ambulance models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 184,867 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 RO09 HTX, 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 17 years old, this Mercedes Ambulance is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RO09 HTX registered?

RO09 HTX is a 2009 Mercedes Ambulance, first registered on 13 March 2009.

Is RO09 HTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO09 HTX shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RO09 HTX have outstanding finance?

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