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ABZ 279

2003 Mercedes Motor Home

White Diesel 2686cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

85,205 mi
Last recorded85,205 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes Motor Home45,403 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationABZ 279
MakeMercedes
ModelMotor Home
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,686cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 85,205 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2025 85,316 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2025 85,316 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2024 83,305 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2023 81,759 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 80,359 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 79,225 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 78,000 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 76,236 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 67,882 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 58,636 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 52,190 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2016 52,190 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Feb 2015 48,957 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 8 Feb 2014 47,295 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 44,559 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 21 Feb 2013 44,559 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Feb 2012 39,942 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 38,262 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 36,145 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes Motor Home?

Based on 6,590 MOT tests across 364 vehicles.

75.6%
Pass Rate
1,983
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
364
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 121
fog lamp not working 110
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 101
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 92
position lamp(s) not working 89
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ABZ 279 is a 2003 Mercedes Motor Home in White with a 2,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes Motor Home models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 45,403 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes Motor Home fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 121 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ABZ 279, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes Motor Home typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 23 years old, this Mercedes Motor Home is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ABZ 279 registered?

ABZ 279 is a 2003 Mercedes Motor Home, first registered on 20 May 2003.

Is ABZ 279 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ABZ 279 shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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