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W789 OSM

2000 Mercedes Motorcaravan

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests30 (21 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

71,689 mi
Last recorded71,689 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2000 Mercedes Motorcaravan54,816 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW789 OSM
MakeMercedes
ModelMotorcaravan
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc
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MOT History

21 pass 9 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 71,689 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2025 63,786 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe slightly deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Jan 2025 63,786 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe slightly deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2023 63,627 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2022 61,657 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2021 60,638 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2020 59,907 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 59,041 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2019 59,041 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 20 Jul 2018 57,015 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2018 57,003 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords marked with chalk (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Upper Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2017 55,106 miles

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 20 Jun 2016 53,515 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2016 53,445 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened badly corroded (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 30 Jun 2015 50,625 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2015 50,625 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Nov 2014 50,092 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 5 Sep 2013 49,943 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2013 49,913 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Sep 2012 43,870 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2012 43,870 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 29 Aug 2011 41,800 miles

n/s/r brake disc pitted

Pass 26 Aug 2010 34,504 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 27,300 miles

small stone chip front screen zone [b]

Pass 24 Jul 2008 24,452 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 22,283 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2007 22,283 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 15 Aug 2006 19,132 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 19,132 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2006 19,132 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

How Reliable is the Mercedes Motorcaravan?

Based on 1,763 MOT tests across 100 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
2,147
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
100
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 35
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 35
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 33
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 32
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 28
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W789 OSM is a 2000 Mercedes Motorcaravan in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2000 Mercedes Motorcaravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 54,816 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 Motorcaravan fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W789 OSM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes Motorcaravan typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 26 years old, this Mercedes Motorcaravan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of W789 OSM?

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What year was W789 OSM registered?

W789 OSM is a 2000 Mercedes Motorcaravan, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is W789 OSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for W789 OSM shows 30 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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