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BX05 GFE

2005 Mercedes Camper

White Diesel 2686cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

39,165 mi
Last recorded39,165 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes Camper45,114 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX05 GFE
MakeMercedes
ModelCamper
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,686cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 39,165 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

exhaust system corroded

Fail 15 Sep 2025 39,165 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

exhaust system corroded

Pass 2 Sep 2024 35,558 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2023 34,329 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Nov 2022 31,107 miles

Hand brake lever close to full travel

Pass 4 Oct 2021 29,307 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 26,888 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 25,562 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 21,567 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Oct 2017 18,929 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 18,435 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 18,399 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 18,337 miles

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Apr 2014 18,158 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2013 17,580 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 17,094 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 15,542 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 14,013 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 11,747 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 9,201 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2008 9,201 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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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BX05 GFE is a 2005 Mercedes Camper in White with a 2,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 45,114 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 BX05 GFE, 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 21 years old, this Mercedes Camper is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BX05 GFE registered?

BX05 GFE is a 2005 Mercedes Camper, first registered on 13 April 2005.

Is BX05 GFE safe to buy?

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