MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
274,673 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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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))
Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
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)
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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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What year was S438 AAV registered?
S438 AAV is a 1999 Mercedes Camper, first registered on 18 January 1999.
Is S438 AAV safe to buy?
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