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A26 RGP

1983 Mercedes Motorhome

Black Diesel 3782cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2016
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

473,138 mi
Last recorded473,138 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2015
Typical for 1983 Mercedes Motorhome122,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA26 RGP
MakeMercedes
ModelMotorhome
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,782cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2015 473,138 miles

Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Front Leaf spring has slight side play at eye (shackle) (2.4.B.4)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

inspect o/s rear hub for leak

Fail 8 Jun 2015 473,135 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Front Leaf spring has slight side play at eye (shackle) (2.4.B.4)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

How Reliable is the Mercedes Motorhome?

Based on 14,848 MOT tests across 847 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
2,214
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
847
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 249
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 245
fog lamp not working 183
position lamp(s) not working 175
brake binding 170
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A26 RGP is a 1983 Mercedes Motorhome in Black with a 3,782cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1983 Mercedes Motorhome models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.3% with a typical mileage of 122,597 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 Motorhome fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 249 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A26 RGP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes Motorhome typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 43 years old, this Mercedes Motorhome is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A26 RGP registered?

A26 RGP is a 1983 Mercedes Motorhome, first registered on 1 September 1983.

Is A26 RGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A26 RGP shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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