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YJ55 LTK

2005 Mercedes-benz Vario

White Diesel 4250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2015
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

214,242 mi
Last recorded214,242 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2014
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vario90,649 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ55 LTK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVario
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,250cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2014 214,242 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2014 214,241 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2013 178,300 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2013 178,300 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Apr 2012 151,999 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2012 151,998 miles

Nearside Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)

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

Offside Inner 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)

Offside Rear Air brake cylinder/actuator dust cover damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (3.6.H.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 123,660 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 101,007 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2010 101,006 miles

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.5.4c)

Brake linkage stiff (3.6.F.4)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 68,096 miles
Fail 29 May 2009 68,095 miles

Offside Passenger's seat security significantly reduced (6.5.14)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 11 Jun 2008 49,277 miles

Brake linkage stiff (3.6.F.4)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

offside 2nd row window seat seat belt stalk advise repositioning

Pass 11 Jun 2008 49,277 miles

Brake linkage stiff (3.6.F.4)

offside 2nd row window seat seat belt stalk advise repositioning

Pass 10 Jul 2007 29,659 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 11,817 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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YJ55 LTK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vario in White with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 YJ55 LTK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YJ55 LTK registered?

YJ55 LTK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vario, first registered on 10 November 2005.

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