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AY58 FCD

2009 Mercedes Ambulance

Green Diesel 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2020
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

254,035 mi
Last recorded254,035 miles
Recorded on6 May 2019
Typical for 2009 Mercedes Ambulance184,867 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY58 FCD
MakeMercedes
ModelAmbulance
Year2009
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2019 254,035 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2017 253,069 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 27 Jan 2017 253,069 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 252,652 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Jun 2014 238,727 miles

N/S/F shock has play and slight noisey

Slight intermittant ticking noise engine area at idle

Slight play in drum sticks

Slight play in panhard knuckle

Various brake pipes starting to corrode in places

Fail 30 Jun 2014 238,727 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

N/S/F shock has play and slight noisey

Slight intermittant ticking noise engine area at idle

Slight play in drum sticks

Slight play in panhard knuckle

Various brake pipes starting to corrode in places

Pass 8 Jul 2013 174,130 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 98,285 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 78,225 miles

slight play in o/side front inner rack joint.

Pass 17 Feb 2010 33,885 miles

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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AY58 FCD is a 2009 Mercedes Ambulance in Green with a 3,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AY58 FCD, 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.

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What year was AY58 FCD registered?

AY58 FCD is a 2009 Mercedes Ambulance, first registered on 18 February 2009.

Is AY58 FCD safe to buy?

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