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YK54 AVL

2005 Mercedes 614D

White Diesel 4250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

293,784 mi
Last recorded293,784 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes 614D135,925 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK54 AVL
MakeMercedes
Model614D
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,250cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 293,784 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Aug 2024 293,459 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 293,260 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jul 2022 293,129 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to load valve (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Aug 2020 292,975 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to and from load valve (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on axle (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Feb 2019 292,583 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 287,694 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 272,513 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 258,674 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 238,873 miles

Oil leak

combustion box n/s inn corroded

Pass 2 Aug 2013 218,298 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 194,844 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 162,261 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 137,586 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2010 137,585 miles

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

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 13 Oct 2009 114,509 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2009 114,509 miles

Nearside window(s) not made of safety glass, or from safety glazing (on or after 1st June 1978) (6.9.7b)

Pass 16 Oct 2008 92,660 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2008 92,660 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 24 Oct 2007 70,780 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 49,131 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2006 49,131 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.C.1b)

Pass 21 Nov 2005 24,178 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2005 24,178 miles

Nearside Front Passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.5.11a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5b)

Offside Passenger's seat security significantly reduced (6.5.14)

Offside Rear Passenger's seat security significantly reduced (6.5.14)

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.2)

How Reliable is the Mercedes 614D?

Based on 1,351 MOT tests across 150 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
14,552
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
150
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 19
Brake hose bulging under pressure 14
Drag link end ball joint has excessive play 12
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 11
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 10
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YK54 AVL is a 2005 Mercedes 614D in White with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes 614D models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 135,925 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes 614D fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YK54 AVL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes 614D typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 21 years old, this Mercedes 614D is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YK54 AVL registered?

YK54 AVL is a 2005 Mercedes 614D, first registered on 5 January 2005.

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