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YK54 AVN

2005 Mercedes 614D

White Diesel 4250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests22 (13 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate59.1%

Mileage

217,353 mi
Last recorded217,353 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes 614D135,925 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK54 AVN
MakeMercedes
Model614D
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,250cc
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MOT History

13 pass 9 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 217,353 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2026 217,348 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 28 Oct 2016 209,353 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 194,276 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2015 194,276 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 14 Oct 2014 175,235 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2014 175,235 miles

Nearside Rear Brake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)

Offside Brake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)

Pass 10 Oct 2013 153,039 miles

n/s inner step holed

Fail 10 Oct 2013 153,036 miles

Nearside Emergency exit sign missing (6.2.D.3)

Rear Entrance/exit door •door open' warning device inoperative (6.2.C.3)

n/s inner step holed

Fail 19 Sep 2012 133,688 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Sep 2012 133,688 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 116,758 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 97,589 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 81,537 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2009 81,537 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not in good working order (not working) (1.1.4a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 20 Nov 2008 63,140 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2008 63,119 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.F.4)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (6.1.3)

Speed limiter plate not clearly and indelibly marked with the set speed (6.9.2a)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 27 Nov 2007 46,863 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 32,792 miles

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1g)

Fail 7 Dec 2006 32,762 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.8.A5a)

Fail 4 Dec 2006 32,762 miles

Offside Rear Air brake cylinder/actuator leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 6 Dec 2005 15,516 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes 614D?

Based on 1,351 MOT tests across 150 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
14,552
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
150
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 19
Brake hose bulging under pressure 14
Drag link end ball joint has excessive play 12
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 11
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 10
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YK54 AVN is a 2005 Mercedes 614D in White with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.1%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes 614D models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 135,925 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 614D fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YK54 AVN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes 614D typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 21 years old, this Mercedes 614D is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YK54 AVN registered?

YK54 AVN is a 2005 Mercedes 614D, first registered on 18 January 2005.

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