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UK04 BUS

2009 Mercedes-benz Vario

Multi-colour Diesel 4249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2018
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

118,986 mi
Last recorded118,986 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2017
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Vario108,365 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUK04 BUS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVario
Year2009
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,249cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2017 118,986 miles

Offside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed 5th row (5.2.2b)

Tachograph calibration has expired

rear brake chamber bellows split

Pass 28 Apr 2016 105,398 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Fail 28 Apr 2016 105,398 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

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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UK04 BUS is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vario in Multi-colour with a 4,249cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2009 Mercedes-benz Vario models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 108,365 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-benz Vario fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UK04 BUS, 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 17 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vario is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was UK04 BUS registered?

UK04 BUS is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vario, first registered on 12 May 2009.

Is UK04 BUS safe to buy?

The MOT history for UK04 BUS shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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