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YG09 YOW

2009 Mercedes-benz Vario

White Diesel 4250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2016
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

209,472 mi
Last recorded209,472 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2015
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Vario108,365 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG09 YOW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVario
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,250cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2015 209,472 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2015 209,472 miles

Centre All outline marker lamps do not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps near side (1.1.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement end bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement end bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Dec 2014 181,589 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2014

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Outer Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)

Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Dec 2013 157,780 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2013 157,756 miles

Nearside Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Feb 2013 132,110 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2013 132,110 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

engine manaement light on dash

Pass 19 Jan 2012 100,333 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2012 100,333 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 17 Jan 2011 61,784 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2011 61,784 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Feb 2010 28,073 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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YG09 YOW is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vario in White with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 YG09 YOW, 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 YG09 YOW registered?

YG09 YOW is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vario, first registered on 1 April 2009.

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