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YU05 SXL

2005 Mercedes-benz Vario

White Diesel 4250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

57,553 mi
Last recorded57,553 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2020
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vario90,649 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYU05 SXL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVario
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,250cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2020 57,553 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 47,433 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 38,663 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2017 30,830 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2017 30,830 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Pass 1 Sep 2016 23,738 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 14,268 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 4,771 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 100,441 miles

10 seat fitted at time of test

Fail 9 Aug 2013 100,398 miles

Offside Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Rear Emergency exit door does not latch securely closed (6.2.D.1b)

Offside Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Aug 2012 89,916 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 77,573 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 63,110 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 57,814 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 32,478 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 29,759 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2007 29,759 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order affecting the beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 24 Jul 2006 10,746 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2006 10,746 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Vario?

Based on 6,027 MOT tests across 549 vehicles.

76.2%
Pass Rate
14,839
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
549
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 86
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 69
Registration plate lamp not working 65
position lamp(s) not working 50
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm 49
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YU05 SXL is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vario in White with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz Vario models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 90,649 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 YU05 SXL, 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 21 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vario is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YU05 SXL registered?

YU05 SXL is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vario, first registered on 1 August 2005.

Is YU05 SXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for YU05 SXL shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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