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SRO 279R

1977 Mercedes Camper

White Diesel 3782cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2017
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

174,154 mi
Last recorded174,154 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSRO 279R
MakeMercedes
ModelCamper
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,782cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Fail 21 Jun 2017 174,154 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

o/s/f wheel bearing dust cap missing

Pass 17 Jun 2016 174,168 miles

bodywork in very poor condition

engine tends to smoke at idle and when revved

underbody corrosion to chassis and floors heavy in places

vehicle generally in very poor condition

Fail 3 Jun 2016 174,154 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

bodywork in poor condition

Pass 19 Aug 2014 174,154 miles

cab floor corroded near drivers seat box

Pass 9 Aug 2013 174,203 miles

bodywork in very poor condition

steering stiff

Fail 2 Aug 2013 174,154 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

bodywork in very poor condition

steering stiff

Pass 30 Jul 2012 174,154 miles

steering slightly stiff=body work poor

Pass 2 Aug 2011 174,154 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2011 174,154 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 14 Jul 2005 174,154 miles

Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not in a clean condition but function not impaired (1.1.4a)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

oil leak

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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SRO 279R is a 1977 Mercedes Camper in White with a 3,782cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 SRO 279R, 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 49 years old, this Mercedes Camper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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SRO 279R is a 1977 Mercedes Camper, first registered on 2 May 1977.

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