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YJ61 CAU

2011 Mercedes Ambulance

Yellow Diesel 2874cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

303,344 mi
Last recorded303,344 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2018
Typical for 2011 Mercedes Ambulance225,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ61 CAU
MakeMercedes
ModelAmbulance
Year2011
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,874cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2018 303,344 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 293,007 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2017 293,007 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 11 Oct 2016 254,000 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2016 254,000 miles

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Pass 18 Sep 2015 192,813 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 147,255 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 95,447 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 7 Nov 2013 95,441 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

o/s mirror repeater lamp lens damaged

Pass 14 Nov 2012 51,019 miles

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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YJ61 CAU is a 2011 Mercedes Ambulance in Yellow with a 2,874cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2011 Mercedes Ambulance models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 225,384 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 YJ61 CAU, 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 15 years old, this Mercedes Ambulance is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YJ61 CAU?

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What year was YJ61 CAU registered?

YJ61 CAU is a 2011 Mercedes Ambulance, first registered on 1 December 2011.

Is YJ61 CAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ61 CAU shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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