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YW05 RFL

2005 Mercedes-benz Vario

White Diesel 4250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

38,394 mi
Last recorded38,394 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2019
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vario90,649 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYW05 RFL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVario
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,250cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2019 38,394 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

both rear brake chambers gaiters split

Pass 10 Feb 2018 37,770 miles

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

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

both rear brake chamber gaiters split

Pass 30 Apr 2016 37,424 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 37,091 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 36,605 miles

Both rear brake chamber gaitors torn.

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

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

Fail 17 Mar 2014 36,605 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Both rear brake chamber gaitors torn.

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2013 33,929 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 29,412 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2011 28,552 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Pass 23 Aug 2011 28,552 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 27,365 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 26,195 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 20,394 miles

advise cut offside rear outer tyre

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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YW05 RFL is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vario in White with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YW05 RFL, 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.

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What year was YW05 RFL registered?

YW05 RFL is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vario, first registered on 1 July 2005.

Is YW05 RFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for YW05 RFL shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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