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DH03 GAB

2003 Mercedes Motorcaravan

Silver Petrol 2300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

140,852 mi
Last recorded140,852 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes Motorcaravan56,149 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDH03 GAB
MakeMercedes
ModelMotorcaravan
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 140,852 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2026 140,816 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder ()

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2025 131,857 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 122,446 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2024 122,442 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 14 Apr 2023 113,415 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 14 Apr 2023 113,414 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2022 105,161 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 101,036 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2020 96,515 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Feb 2020 96,913 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2019 87,951 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2019 87,951 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Jan 2018 79,447 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 72,451 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2017 72,451 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jan 2016 66,683 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2016 66,683 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

How Reliable is the Mercedes Motorcaravan?

Based on 1,763 MOT tests across 100 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
2,147
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
100
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 35
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 35
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 33
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 32
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 28
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DH03 GAB is a 2003 Mercedes Motorcaravan in Silver with a 2,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes Motorcaravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 56,149 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 Motorcaravan fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DH03 GAB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes Motorcaravan typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 23 years old, this Mercedes Motorcaravan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DH03 GAB registered?

DH03 GAB is a 2003 Mercedes Motorcaravan, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is DH03 GAB safe to buy?

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