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YJ59 OTV

2010 Mercedes Ambulance

Yellow Diesel 2874cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

282,325 mi
Last recorded282,325 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2010 Mercedes Ambulance211,538 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ59 OTV
MakeMercedes
ModelAmbulance
Year2010
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,874cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 282,325 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 9 May 2025 281,346 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 9 May 2024 280,869 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front brake pipes corroded. (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Slight play.

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 9 May 2024 280,869 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front brake pipes corroded. (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Slight play.

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Mar 2023 280,863 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2021 280,290 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2021 280,290 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 279,621 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 278,287 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 276,188 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear shock absorber corroded top half

Pass 9 Nov 2017 274,337 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

all metal brake pipes showing signs of corrosion, not considered excessive at time of test

corrosion present on O/S/F door and sill area, not excessive, and no sharp edges at time of test.

Pass 3 Nov 2016 270,636 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2016 270,636 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 12 Nov 2015 234,995 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Jan 2015 207,172 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2015 207,157 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

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

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

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

both front tyres wearing inner edges

Pass 7 Jan 2014 164,096 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 121,050 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2013 121,050 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Fuel cap/sealing device mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.4c)

Pass 6 Jan 2012 71,181 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 30,775 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Mercedes Ambulance?

Based on 2,964 MOT tests across 240 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
23,772
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
240
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 46
Registration plate lamp not working 23
Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 16
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 16
Brake pipe excessively corroded 13
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YJ59 OTV is a 2010 Mercedes Ambulance in Yellow with a 2,874cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2010 Mercedes Ambulance models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 211,538 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 Ambulance fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YJ59 OTV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes Ambulance typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 16 years old, this Mercedes Ambulance is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YJ59 OTV registered?

YJ59 OTV is a 2010 Mercedes Ambulance, first registered on 3 February 2010.

Is YJ59 OTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ59 OTV shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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