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R26 JMB

2008 Mercedes Motor Caravan

White Diesel 3000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

44,098 mi
Last recorded44,098 miles
Recorded on16 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes Motor Caravan24,941 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR26 JMB
MakeMercedes
ModelMotor Caravan
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,000cc
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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2025 44,098 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 39,708 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 33,564 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 24,941 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 18,779 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 18,437 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2019 18,089 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2018 16,374 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 14,595 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 13,939 miles

both front tyres slightly wearing on edges

nearside wiper smearing

Pass 27 Aug 2015 12,927 miles

Both front brakes slightly binding

Nearside wiper smearing

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 28 Jul 2014 12,395 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 11,100 miles

emmisions to clean to register

Pass 27 Jul 2012 9,656 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 7,337 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2011 7,330 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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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R26 JMB is a 2008 Mercedes Motor Caravan in White with a 3,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 24,941 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R26 JMB, 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 18 years old, this Mercedes Motor Caravan is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was R26 JMB registered?

R26 JMB is a 2008 Mercedes Motor Caravan, first registered on 22 August 2008.

Is R26 JMB safe to buy?

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