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SP05 COA

2005 Mercedes-benz Vario

Red Diesel 4250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2017
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

156,528 mi
Last recorded156,528 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2016
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vario90,649 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP05 COA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVario
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,250cc
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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 13 Jul 2016 156,528 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 150,002 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 137,109 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 126,607 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 Jan 2011 112,544 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 99,764 miles

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

Nearside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.1b)

Pass 28 Jan 2009 85,246 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 73,997 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 58,016 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2006 25,834 miles

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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SP05 COA is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vario in Red with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz Vario models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 90,649 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 SP05 COA, 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 21 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vario is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SP05 COA registered?

SP05 COA is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vario, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is SP05 COA safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP05 COA shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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