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B19 OME

1996 Mercedes Motorcaravan

White Diesel 2874cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

179,084 mi
Last recorded179,084 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB19 OME
MakeMercedes
ModelMotorcaravan
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,874cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2026 179,084 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front radiator support (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2025 178,159 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2025 178,155 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Jul 2024 168,125 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2024 168,125 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2023 158,224 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 145,706 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 136,149 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2020 136,121 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 136,087 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2019 136,087 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front fog lamp not working.

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

Pass 18 Jun 2018 135,610 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 134,941 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 134,347 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 133,560 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 132,248 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 131,231 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 123,221 miles

Nearside rear brake slighty binding

Offside rear handbrake slightly low on effort

Pass 10 Oct 2011 115,503 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2010 105,864 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 95,525 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 18 Sep 2009 95,525 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Sep 2008 84,727 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 76,662 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 66,388 miles

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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B19 OME is a 1996 Mercedes Motorcaravan in White with a 2,874cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 B19 OME, 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 30 years old, this Mercedes Motorcaravan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was B19 OME registered?

B19 OME is a 1996 Mercedes Motorcaravan, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is B19 OME safe to buy?

The MOT history for B19 OME shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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