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B979 SHP

1985 Mercedes Camper

White Diesel 3782cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2024
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

201,925 mi
Last recorded201,925 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2023
Typical for 1985 Mercedes Camper86,236 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB979 SHP
MakeMercedes
ModelCamper
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,782cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2023 201,925 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2023 201,925 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2021 201,479 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 200,244 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 199,840 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2019 199,840 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2018 198,544 miles

Rear Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

Fail 28 Jun 2018 198,532 miles

Central Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Headlamp aim too low both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both sides (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

Pass 19 May 2015 198,147 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 11 May 2015 198,146 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 May 2014 197,714 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 30 Apr 2013 197,289 miles

All tyres slightly cracked and perished

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 197,289 miles

All tyres slightly cracked and perished

Pass 9 May 2012 197,108 miles

hazard switch intermitant

Pass 14 May 2011 196,379 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 192,676 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 16 Apr 2009 188,472 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 185,354 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 182,647 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 173,626 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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B979 SHP is a 1985 Mercedes Camper in White with a 3,782cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 B979 SHP, 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 B979 SHP registered?

B979 SHP is a 1985 Mercedes Camper, first registered on 4 June 1985.

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