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YJ05 VXE

2005 Mercedes-benz Vario

White Diesel 4250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

200,346 mi
Last recorded200,346 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2014
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vario90,649 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ05 VXE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVario
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,250cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2014 200,346 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2014 200,346 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2013 180,013 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2013 180,013 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2012 159,563 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2012 159,559 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

horn sticking on

Pass 19 Jan 2011 131,951 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 109,661 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2010 109,660 miles

Brake warning device defective (3.3.D.1b)

Offside Seat belt affected by an insecure seat fixing (5.1.B.2b)

Pass 21 Jan 2009 85,759 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 64,873 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 48,644 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 26,412 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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YJ05 VXE is a 2005 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 69.2%.

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 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 YJ05 VXE, 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.

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What year was YJ05 VXE registered?

YJ05 VXE is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vario, first registered on 12 May 2005.

Is YJ05 VXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ05 VXE shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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