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Y96 CSB

2001 Mercedes-benz Vario

White Diesel 4250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

191,682 mi
Last recorded191,682 miles
Recorded on14 May 2009
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Vario141,612 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY96 CSB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVario
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,250cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 May 2009 191,682 miles
Fail 6 May 2009 191,682 miles

Centre Rear Access panel loading door cannot be secured in the closed position (6.5.12) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Jun 2008 178,418 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2008 178,418 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Pass 31 May 2007 158,419 miles
Fail 29 May 2007 158,405 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.D.1b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale inoperative (1.1.6e)

Pass 22 May 2006 135,527 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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Y96 CSB is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Vario in White with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes-benz Vario models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 141,612 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 Y96 CSB, 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 25 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vario is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of Y96 CSB?

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What year was Y96 CSB registered?

Y96 CSB is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Vario, first registered on 13 July 2001.

Is Y96 CSB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y96 CSB shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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