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X491 WYG

2001 Mercedes-benz Vario

White Diesel 4200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

163,360 mi
Last recorded163,360 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2007
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Vario141,612 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX491 WYG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVario
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,200cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2007 163,360 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2007 163,359 miles

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.5.4c)

Indicator tell tale not working correctly (1.5.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Brake linkage stiff (3.6.F.4)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gasses (6.3.2a)

Pass 14 Dec 2006 137,604 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 115,878 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gasses (6.3.2a)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1e)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1e)

Rear Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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X491 WYG is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Vario in White with a 4,200cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes-benz Vario models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 141,612 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 X491 WYG, 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 25 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vario is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of X491 WYG?

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What year was X491 WYG registered?

X491 WYG is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Vario, first registered on 18 January 2001.

Is X491 WYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for X491 WYG shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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