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S438 AAV

1999 Mercedes Camper

White Diesel 4250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

274,673 mi
Last recorded274,673 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2024
Typical for 1999 Mercedes Camper82,418 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS438 AAV
MakeMercedes
ModelCamper
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,250cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Fail 26 Apr 2024 274,673 miles

Braking system leaking Air tank (1.1.3 (d))

Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced In wheel arch at 2 sections (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced In wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from transmission Rear differential pinon (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose excessively corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

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

Rear Body cross members corroded and holed

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

Underside of vehicle corroded

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2018 268,400 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 253,312 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 234,136 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 215,165 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2015 215,165 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Nov 2014 195,540 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 178,119 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Dec 2012 160,990 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 139,512 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 16 Nov 2010 113,991 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 90,255 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 64,571 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 12 Dec 2007 36,039 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 28,196 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes Camper?

Based on 8,342 MOT tests across 487 vehicles.

74.6%
Pass Rate
2,050
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
487
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 155
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 155
position lamp(s) not working 148
Brake pipe excessively corroded 144
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 137
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S438 AAV is a 1999 Mercedes Camper in White with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1999 Mercedes Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 82,418 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes Camper fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 155 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S438 AAV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes Camper typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 27 years old, this Mercedes Camper is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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S438 AAV is a 1999 Mercedes Camper, first registered on 18 January 1999.

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