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SIB 8344

1983 Mercedes Camper

Gold Diesel 3782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

92,421 mi
Last recorded92,421 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2025
Typical for 1983 Mercedes Camper108,825 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSIB 8344
MakeMercedes
ModelCamper
Year1983
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,782cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2025 92,421 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Upper marker lights not working

Pass 13 Jul 2024 90,760 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2023 90,286 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2023 90,286 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 May 2022 88,708 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 87,368 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

passager seat stored away at time of test

rear marker lamps not working

Pass 19 Feb 2020 87,301 miles

Exhaust mounting defective tailpipe (6.1.2 (a))

Front Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush both rear bushes split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front additional sidelamp not working(1 of 2)

alternator belt loose

lap strap fitted to nearside front(acceptable in manual)

Pass 15 May 2019 86,480 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush bush is very perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

all 4 out line marker lights not working

all brake pipes have been greased

Fail 14 May 2019 86,471 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Lower Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush bush is very perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

all 4 out line marker lights not working

all brake pipes have been greased

Pass 23 May 2018 85,373 miles
Fail 2 May 2018 85,364 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 11 May 2017 84,277 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 84,017 miles

rear tyres perished

tow bar removed

Pass 14 May 2009 82,113 miles

ball joint /draglink end gaiters split// front number plate becoming deteriorated

Pass 30 Apr 2008 80,031 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 77,148 miles

n/s/f/o/s/f/ o/s/r inner tyres perished

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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SIB 8344 is a 1983 Mercedes Camper in Gold with a 3,782cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1983 Mercedes Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 108,825 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 SIB 8344, 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 43 years old, this Mercedes Camper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SIB 8344 registered?

SIB 8344 is a 1983 Mercedes Camper, first registered on 21 September 1983.

Is SIB 8344 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SIB 8344 shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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