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YFR 445Y

1983 Mercedes Camper

Brown Diesel 2404cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

105,391 mi
Last recorded105,391 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2023
Typical for 1983 Mercedes Camper108,825 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYFR 445Y
MakeMercedes
ModelCamper
Year1983
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,404cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2023 105,391 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 104,512 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 6 Jul 2022 104,493 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Brake load sensing valve inoperative and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Jun 2021 103,659 miles

Indicators MUST BE HELD IN PLACE MANUALLY SWITCH DOES NOT STAY

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 26 May 2021 103,642 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Vehicle Identification Number not displayed (0.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake valve leaking such that brake functionality is affected (1.1.7 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Indicators MUST BE HELD IN PLACE MANUALLY SWITCH DOES NOT STAY

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Brake pedal sinking when held, brake performance reducing

Pass 30 Sep 2019 103,524 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2018 101,834 miles

Nearside Rear no plate light cover damaged

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged glass cracked (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Oct 2018 101,834 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear no plate light cover damaged

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged glass cracked (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2017 95,860 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 93,965 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front side walls cracking

Nearside Rear side walls cracking

Pass 25 Sep 2015 92,087 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 91,888 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 22 May 2013 91,690 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 91,216 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 90,513 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 90,152 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 86,195 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 85,166 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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YFR 445Y is a 1983 Mercedes Camper in Brown with a 2,404cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YFR 445Y, 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 YFR 445Y registered?

YFR 445Y is a 1983 Mercedes Camper, first registered on 8 February 1983.

Is YFR 445Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for YFR 445Y shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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