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B301 GRX

1985 Mercedes Camper

Green Diesel 2404cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

262,295 mi
Last recorded262,295 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2008
Typical for 1985 Mercedes Camper86,236 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB301 GRX
MakeMercedes
ModelCamper
Year1985
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,404cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2008 262,295 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both front door steps corroded

both front h/lamp beam images deteriorated

o/s front wiper blade split

o/s+n/s front+rear spring eye+anchor bushes deteriorated

Fail 11 Feb 2008 262,295 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both front door steps corroded

both front h/lamp beam images deteriorated

o/s front wiper blade split

o/s+n/s front+rear spring eye+anchor bushes deteriorated

Fail 22 Jan 2007 258,032 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

most brake pipes have slight corrosion

Pass 22 Jan 2007 258,032 miles

most brake pipes have slight corrosion

Pass 14 Feb 2006 255,685 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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B301 GRX is a 1985 Mercedes Camper in Green with a 2,404cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1985 Mercedes Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 86,236 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 Camper fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 155 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B301 GRX, 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 41 years old, this Mercedes Camper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B301 GRX registered?

B301 GRX is a 1985 Mercedes Camper, first registered on 1 June 1985.

Is B301 GRX safe to buy?

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