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UIG 3603

2009 Mercedes Ambulance

Green Diesel 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

274,281 mi
Last recorded274,281 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2021
Typical for 2009 Mercedes Ambulance184,867 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUIG 3603
MakeMercedes
ModelAmbulance
Year2009
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2021 274,281 miles

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Mar 2021 274,269 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2019 248,360 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 245,692 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

temporary repair to air suspension

Fail 11 May 2018 245,692 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

temporary repair to air suspension

Pass 23 Mar 2017 245,672 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2017 245,672 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 25 Feb 2016 244,734 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 243,137 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 199,250 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 155,443 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2013 155,442 miles

Power steering inoperative (2.3.3a)

Pass 16 Feb 2012 108,908 miles

slight lift in both lower ball joints

slight play in both inner rack joints

Pass 8 Mar 2011 69,437 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 28,586 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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UIG 3603 is a 2009 Mercedes Ambulance in Green with a 3,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 UIG 3603, 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.

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What year was UIG 3603 registered?

UIG 3603 is a 2009 Mercedes Ambulance, first registered on 12 March 2009.

Is UIG 3603 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UIG 3603 shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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