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D829 GFD

1987 Mercedes Motor Home

White Diesel 5958cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

516,476 mi
Last recorded516,476 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2019
Typical for 1987 Mercedes Motor Home96,250 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD829 GFD
MakeMercedes
ModelMotor Home
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine5,958cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2019 516,476 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 515,041 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 512,785 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 511,121 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 508,831 miles

n.s rear light loose

Pass 18 Mar 2013 505,322 miles

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

Fail 27 Feb 2013 505,293 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Leaf spring anchor bracket loose (2.4.B.6a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 24 Nov 2011 499,621 miles

Oil leak

water leaking from rearmost leisure water tank

Fail 14 Nov 2011 499,621 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Oil leak

water leaking from rearmost leisure water tank

Pass 9 Jul 2010 499,621 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2010 499,621 miles

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 12 Aug 2008 498,670 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 498,611 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2007 498,611 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Air brake cylinder/actuator leaking (3.6.A.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Oil leak

How Reliable is the Mercedes Motor Home?

Based on 6,590 MOT tests across 364 vehicles.

75.6%
Pass Rate
1,983
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
364
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 121
fog lamp not working 110
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 101
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 92
position lamp(s) not working 89
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D829 GFD is a 1987 Mercedes Motor Home in White with a 5,958cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1987 Mercedes Motor Home models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 96,250 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes Motor Home fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 121 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D829 GFD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes Motor Home typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 39 years old, this Mercedes Motor Home is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D829 GFD registered?

D829 GFD is a 1987 Mercedes Motor Home, first registered on 3 March 1987.

Is D829 GFD safe to buy?

The MOT history for D829 GFD shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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