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286,884 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
Drag link end ball joint has excessive play ball joint, rear end of drag link rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective lens / glass cracked from side to side (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
Nearside Rear Upper Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Indicator tell-tale inoperative dash panel lamp (4.9.1 (a) (i))
Offside Rear lower body side marker lamp inop
Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users diesel (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn top and bottom (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
Offside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords In Tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases down pipe (6.1.2 (a))
Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps x2 (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Front seat not fitted at time of test
Nearside beam dim
Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
Nearside Rear slight brake bind
Offside slight corrosion on step
Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Both inner rear wheel arches slightly corroded
Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded both pipes to steering box (2.1.5 (g) (i))
Oil leak Engine ()
Slight oil leak from rear diff
Body corrosion in various places but no sharp edges
Exhaust corroding but not blowing
Exhaust heat shield corroded on front pipe
Nearside Rear Hand brake rubber boot split
Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Offside Rear Hand brake rubber boot split
Offside Rear Mud flap missing
Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner sill (5.2.6)
Body corrosion in various places but no sharp edges
Exhaust corroding but not blowing
Exhaust heat shield corroded on front pipe
Nearside Rear Hand brake rubber boot split
Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Offside Inner sill corroded front to back but no hole present
Offside Rear Hand brake rubber boot split
Offside Rear Mud flap missing
Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Oil leak Engine ()
Slight oil leak from rear diff
Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Vario?
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YT54 XCW is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vario in Grey with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.
Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz Vario models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 132,380 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 YT54 XCW, 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 22 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vario is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was YT54 XCW registered?
YT54 XCW is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Vario, first registered on 10 September 2004.
Is YT54 XCW safe to buy?
The MOT history for YT54 XCW shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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