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YJ57 FXV

2007 Mercedes Minibus

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

186,902 mi
Last recorded186,902 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Mercedes Minibus76,900 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ57 FXV
MakeMercedes
ModelMinibus
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc
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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 186,902 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slight corrosion on all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tail pipe (slight corrosion) (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear slight surface corrosion on leaf spring

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear slight surface corrosion on leaf spring

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test from floor tracking ()

interior panels and trim removed

Fail 13 Nov 2025 186,837 miles

Emergency exit sign missing Interior (9.1.2 (b) (ii))

Emergency exit sign missing exterior (9.1.2 (b) (ii))

Nearside Body component corroded and likely to cause injury sliding passenger door (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Speed limiter plate missing (7.10 (e))

Rear Electrical wiring insulation in such a condition there is an imminent risk of fire or formation of sparks underside (4.11 (c) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slight corrosion on all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tail pipe (slight corrosion) (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear slight surface corrosion on leaf spring

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear slight surface corrosion on leaf spring

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test from floor tracking ()

interior panels and trim removed

Pass 15 Nov 2024 186,216 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe in various locations (slight corrosion) (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear surface corrosion on leaf spring

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear corrosion on door

Offside Rear surface corrosion on leaf spring

Oil leak, but not excessive contamination underside of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test all rear passenger seats missing ()

park brake efficiency on 17%

Pass 17 Nov 2023 186,126 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 22 Sep 2021 181,453 miles

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear upper light clusters not working

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 171,709 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake item Result Brake efficiency 18% may require adjustment

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2019 162,654 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Oct 2019 162,652 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2018 146,771 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

park Brake efficiency 16% may req adjustment or repair

Fail 10 Oct 2018 146,771 miles

Offside Rear Leaf spring missing (5.3.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

park Brake efficiency 16% may req adjustment or repair

Pass 23 Oct 2017 131,245 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 98,485 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 68,888 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 48,810 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 32,200 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 31,042 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 26,379 miles

VEICLE PRESENTED WITH 15 SEATS AT TIME OF TEST

Pass 4 May 2011 20,111 miles
Fail 4 May 2011 20,111 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (4.1.E.2a)

Pass 14 May 2010 14,315 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 8,817 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 3,308 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes Minibus?

Based on 1,162 MOT tests across 126 vehicles.

79.5%
Pass Rate
8,560
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
126
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 29
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 18
brake binding 12
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12
Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush 9
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YJ57 FXV is a 2007 Mercedes Minibus in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2007 Mercedes Minibus models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 76,900 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes Minibus fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YJ57 FXV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes Minibus typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 19 years old, this Mercedes Minibus is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YJ57 FXV registered?

YJ57 FXV is a 2007 Mercedes Minibus, first registered on 1 October 2007.

Is YJ57 FXV safe to buy?

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