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C478 PJH

1986 Mercedes Motorhome

Blue Petrol 2404cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

91,386 mi
Last recorded91,386 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2014
Typical for 1986 Mercedes Motorhome118,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC478 PJH
MakeMercedes
ModelMotorhome
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,404cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2014 91,386 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 90,283 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 87,513 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 84,177 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 80,064 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 77,029 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 76,376 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 74,919 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2006 74,919 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

How Reliable is the Mercedes Motorhome?

Based on 14,848 MOT tests across 847 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
2,214
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
847
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 249
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 245
fog lamp not working 183
position lamp(s) not working 175
brake binding 170
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C478 PJH is a 1986 Mercedes Motorhome in Blue with a 2,404cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1986 Mercedes Motorhome models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 118,810 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes Motorhome fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 249 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C478 PJH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes Motorhome typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 40 years old, this Mercedes Motorhome is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C478 PJH registered?

C478 PJH is a 1986 Mercedes Motorhome, first registered on 21 May 1986.

Is C478 PJH safe to buy?

The MOT history for C478 PJH shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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