MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
304,448 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Rear mud flap hitting spring/ come loose
Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Inner Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))
Nearside Rear Inner Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
Nearside Rear mud flap hitting spring/ come loose
Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
Front body mounts corroding
Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Reverse lights inoperative
Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
Front body mounts corroding
Horn not working (7.7 (a))
Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Reverse lights inoperative
Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel lower steering u/j (2.3 (a) (i))
body mounts corrosion
Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired seized (1.1.17 (a))
Braking system leaking air leak from valve (1.1.3 (d))
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))
Offside Front Leaf spring fractured eye (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
Nearside Rear Inner Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel lower steering u/j (2.3 (a) (i))
body mounts corrosion
Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
body outriggers corroded
corrosion to n/s/f step frame
Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Cross member above rear of N/S/R wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Cross member above rear of N/S/R wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Oil leak ()
all body outriggers corroded
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
How Reliable is the Mercedes 814?
Based on 2,035 MOT tests across 258 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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BJ03 OTZ is a 2003 Mercedes 814 in White with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.
Across all 2003 Mercedes 814 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 162,417 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 814 fails its MOT is statutory seat belt missing, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BJ03 OTZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Mercedes 814 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 23 years old, this Mercedes 814 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was BJ03 OTZ registered?
BJ03 OTZ is a 2003 Mercedes 814, first registered on 8 August 2003.
Is BJ03 OTZ safe to buy?
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