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B996 AYA

1985 Mercedes Motor Home

Blue Diesel 2404cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

114,887 mi
Last recorded114,887 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2025
Typical for 1985 Mercedes Motor Home98,909 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB996 AYA
MakeMercedes
ModelMotor Home
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,404cc
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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 14 Jun 2025 114,887 miles

Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tail pipe holed after rear box (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases leaking at flexy clamp (6.1.2 (a))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2024 114,551 miles

Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases holed at tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced drivers door step (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2023 114,112 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2022 113,154 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2021 110,936 miles

under veicle covered in black soot unable to inspect chassis

Pass 19 Jul 2019 110,465 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 107,427 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 98,033 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 87,481 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 77,083 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 76,314 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 75,858 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 75,052 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 74,373 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 73,209 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 72,422 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 69,442 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 66,759 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 64,072 miles

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

How Reliable is the Mercedes Motor Home?

Based on 6,590 MOT tests across 364 vehicles.

75.6%
Pass Rate
1,983
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
364
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 121
fog lamp not working 110
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 101
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 92
position lamp(s) not working 89
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B996 AYA is a 1985 Mercedes Motor Home in Blue with a 2,404cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Mercedes Motor Home models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 98,909 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes Motor Home fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 121 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B996 AYA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes Motor Home typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 41 years old, this Mercedes Motor Home is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B996 AYA registered?

B996 AYA is a 1985 Mercedes Motor Home, first registered on 18 March 1985.

Is B996 AYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for B996 AYA shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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