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F390 AFX

1989 Mercedes Motor Home

White Diesel 2350cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

118,187 mi
Last recorded118,187 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 1989 Mercedes Motor Home82,619 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF390 AFX
MakeMercedes
ModelMotor Home
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,350cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 118,187 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt link arm both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))

chassi has minor corrosion

Pass 8 Oct 2024 116,608 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2023 116,024 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 115,815 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2021 115,772 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 115,663 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2019 115,637 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Pass 3 Nov 2018 112,678 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

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

Pass 9 Oct 2017 105,167 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 99,687 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 96,813 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2015 96,780 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 9 Oct 2014 90,777 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2014 90,777 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 17 Oct 2013 83,300 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 8 Oct 2012 74,832 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2012 71,783 miles

Brake load sensing valve inoperative (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Sep 2011 62,725 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 55,418 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2010 55,418 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

advise nearside & offside front brake hoaes x 4

Pass 29 Sep 2009 53,959 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 53,932 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 53,916 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 53,911 miles

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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F390 AFX is a 1989 Mercedes Motor Home in White with a 2,350cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1989 Mercedes Motor Home models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 82,619 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 F390 AFX, 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 37 years old, this Mercedes Motor Home is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F390 AFX registered?

F390 AFX is a 1989 Mercedes Motor Home, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F390 AFX safe to buy?

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