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E40 FGY

1988 Mercedes Motor Caravan

White Diesel 2404cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests29 (17 pass, 12 fail)
Pass rate58.6%

Mileage

90,973 mi
Last recorded90,973 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 1988 Mercedes Motor Caravan97,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE40 FGY
MakeMercedes
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,404cc

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MOT History

17 pass 12 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 90,973 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Aug 2025 90,965 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested not working (4.1.2 (b))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements Dose not put tell tail light on (4.5.3 (a))

Pass 28 May 2024 90,936 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 90,926 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2021 90,926 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Jun 2019 87,753 miles
Fail 30 May 2019 87,753 miles

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2018 87,738 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2018 87,735 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Brake lining(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2017 85,026 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2017 85,026 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jun 2016 84,794 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 84,107 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2015 84,107 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2014 83,771 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 83,711 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 83,679 miles
Fail 9 May 2012 83,679 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 11 May 2011 83,434 miles

n/s/f top side light inop

Fail 11 May 2011 83,434 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

n/s/f top side light inop

Pass 6 May 2010 83,410 miles
Fail 5 May 2010 83,410 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 28 Apr 2009 83,035 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2009 83,035 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure fractured seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

o/s/f top side light inop

Pass 12 May 2008 82,488 miles
Fail 12 May 2008 82,488 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 May 2007 79,363 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 76,226 miles
Fail 12 May 2006 76,155 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

How Reliable is the Mercedes Motor Caravan?

Based on 5,669 MOT tests across 350 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
1,905
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
350
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 117
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 101
position lamp(s) not working 97
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 83
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 77
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E40 FGY is a 1988 Mercedes Motor Caravan in White with a 2,404cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.6%.

Across all 1988 Mercedes Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 97,396 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 Motor Caravan fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 117 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E40 FGY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes Motor Caravan typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 38 years old, this Mercedes Motor Caravan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E40 FGY registered?

E40 FGY is a 1988 Mercedes Motor Caravan, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E40 FGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for E40 FGY shows 29 tests with a 58.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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