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PN52 JKY

2003 Mercedes Motorcaravan

White Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

66,768 mi
Last recorded66,768 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes Motorcaravan56,149 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN52 JKY
MakeMercedes
ModelMotorcaravan
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc
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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 66,768 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2023 61,503 miles

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

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

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

Fail 31 Aug 2022 61,503 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2020 54,255 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

exhaust slightly corroded

Fail 20 Aug 2020 54,249 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

exhaust slightly corroded

Pass 23 Jul 2019 50,030 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2019 50,030 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Jul 2018 45,213 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2018 45,213 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2017 35,210 miles

two orange side markers are out

Pass 5 Aug 2016 34,570 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 30 Jul 2015 31,410 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 23,199 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 18,124 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 11,927 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 11,862 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 11,656 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 10,711 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 9,832 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 7,446 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 5,617 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2007 5,617 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Mar 2006 4,399 miles

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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PN52 JKY is a 2003 Mercedes Motorcaravan in White with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 PN52 JKY, 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 PN52 JKY registered?

PN52 JKY is a 2003 Mercedes Motorcaravan, first registered on 13 January 2003.

Is PN52 JKY safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN52 JKY shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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