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HX54 EHU

2004 Mercedes Minibus

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2017
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

612,146 mi
Last recorded612,146 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2016
Typical for 2004 Mercedes Minibus147,815 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX54 EHU
MakeMercedes
ModelMinibus
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2016 612,146 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 596,564 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2015 546,506 miles

Nearside All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 582,911 miles

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

n/s side marker lamps not working

wind screen chiped from few places

Fail 3 Jul 2014 582,603 miles

Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Front Front outline marker lamp(s) not working (1.1.B.1c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

n/s side marker lamps not working

wind screen chiped from few places

Pass 5 Jul 2013 578,527 miles

Oil leak

spare tyre flat

windscreen has small chip area a

Fail 5 Jul 2013 578,527 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Oil leak

spare tyre flat

windscreen has small chip area a

Fail 4 May 2012 566,588 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 4 May 2012 566,588 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Oil leak

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
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HX54 EHU is a 2004 Mercedes Minibus in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes Minibus models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 147,815 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 Minibus fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HX54 EHU, 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 22 years old, this Mercedes Minibus is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HX54 EHU registered?

HX54 EHU is a 2004 Mercedes Minibus, first registered on 17 December 2004.

Is HX54 EHU safe to buy?

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