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AY09 AYE

2009 Mercedes Ambulance

Green Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

254,426 mi
Last recorded254,426 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2019
Typical for 2009 Mercedes Ambulance184,867 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY09 AYE
MakeMercedes
ModelAmbulance
Year2009
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2019 254,426 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 245,532 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 238,577 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2017 238,577 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 234,597 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

front discs rusty on inside

Fail 22 Mar 2016 234,555 miles

Nearside Front Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

front discs rusty on inside

Pass 25 Mar 2015 224,647 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2015 224,647 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 19 Mar 2014 198,582 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2013 150,613 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 112,059 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 69,645 miles

rear diff leaking oil

Pass 19 Mar 2010 26,412 miles

slight play in both inner rack joints

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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AY09 AYE is a 2009 Mercedes Ambulance in Green with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2009 Mercedes Ambulance models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 184,867 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 AY09 AYE, 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 17 years old, this Mercedes Ambulance is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AY09 AYE registered?

AY09 AYE is a 2009 Mercedes Ambulance, first registered on 25 March 2009.

Is AY09 AYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY09 AYE shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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