CarVerify

Free Car Check

BU51 BCO

2001 Mercedes Minibus

White Diesel 4250cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

248,747 mi
Last recorded248,747 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2019
Typical for 2001 Mercedes Minibus121,219 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU51 BCO
MakeMercedes
ModelMinibus
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,250cc
View full Mercedes Minibus reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2019 248,747 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 May 2018 242,656 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 230,010 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 217,870 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 198,296 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 178,586 miles

Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 156,743 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 107,509 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2010 129,805 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Aug 2010 129,805 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 119,132 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 107,339 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 93,015 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 79,598 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes Minibus?

Based on 1,162 MOT tests across 126 vehicles.

79.5%
Pass Rate
8,560
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
126
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 29
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 18
brake binding 12
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12
Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush 9
Full Mercedes Minibus reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

BU51 BCO is a 2001 Mercedes Minibus in White with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes Minibus models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 121,219 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes Minibus fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU51 BCO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes Minibus typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 25 years old, this Mercedes Minibus is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BU51 BCO?

You can check the full history of BU51 BCO by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BU51 BCO registered?

BU51 BCO is a 2001 Mercedes Minibus, first registered on 13 November 2001.

Is BU51 BCO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU51 BCO shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BU51 BCO have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on BU51 BCO. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.