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SDZ 6868

2003 Mercedes Camper

White Diesel 2700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

76,143 mi
Last recorded76,143 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes Camper42,044 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSDZ 6868
MakeMercedes
ModelCamper
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,700cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 76,143 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2025 76,136 miles

Offside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play track rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2024 74,110 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2023 72,356 miles

corrosion to both front steps that are no longer in use

Fail 16 Oct 2023 73,248 miles

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill corroded through at jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill corroded through at jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 Nov 2022 69,463 miles

front brake discs worn and corroded.

Pass 26 Oct 2021 63,629 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 26 Oct 2021 63,629 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 10 Nov 2020 60,391 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2020 60,387 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 May 2019 60,138 miles
Fail 28 May 2019 60,138 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 May 2018 59,934 miles

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

front suspension and steering components slightly corroded

Fail 23 May 2018 59,934 miles

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

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

front suspension and steering components slightly corroded

Offside Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 57,642 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Jun 2016 54,047 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 51,885 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 2 Jun 2015 51,885 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Jun 2014 47,903 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 42,729 miles

Exhaust tail pipe is corroded

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 41,651 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 38,673 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 35,804 miles

both front discs carroded and pitted

both rear discs carroded and pitted

Pass 13 Oct 2009 31,150 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 28,910 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 24,299 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 17,071 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 10,235 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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SDZ 6868 is a 2003 Mercedes Camper in White with a 2,700cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 42,044 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SDZ 6868, 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 23 years old, this Mercedes Camper is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was SDZ 6868 registered?

SDZ 6868 is a 2003 Mercedes Camper, first registered on 18 July 2003.

Is SDZ 6868 safe to buy?

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