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DE05 WDE

2005 Mercedes Motor Caravan

White Diesel 2700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

79,982 mi
Last recorded79,982 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes Motor Caravan45,826 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE05 WDE
MakeMercedes
ModelMotor Caravan
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,700cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 79,982 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2025 78,924 miles

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced VARIOUS PLACES (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2024 77,368 miles

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

Fail 7 Feb 2024 77,368 miles

Front Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Pass 14 Feb 2023 75,970 miles

Central Engine mounting damaged but not to excess Engine mounting / gear box cross bar / mounting corroded (6.1.8 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 13 Feb 2023 75,955 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working fog lamp/s not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Central Engine mounting damaged but not to excess Engine mounting / gear box cross bar / mounting corroded (6.1.8 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2022 75,192 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 74,640 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Mar 2021 74,635 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Feb 2021 74,614 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2020 73,742 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Mar 2020 73,701 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2019 70,420 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2019 70,393 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 31 Jan 2018 67,482 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 64,309 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 23 Mar 2016 59,717 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2016 59,717 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 10 Mar 2015 55,552 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 48,715 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 41,318 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 38,151 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2010 33,903 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 29,272 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 24,498 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2007 14,065 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes Motor Caravan?

Based on 5,669 MOT tests across 350 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
1,905
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
350
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 117
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 101
position lamp(s) not working 97
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 83
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 77
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DE05 WDE is a 2005 Mercedes Motor Caravan in White with a 2,700cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 45,826 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 Motor Caravan fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 117 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DE05 WDE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes Motor Caravan typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 21 years old, this Mercedes Motor Caravan is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was DE05 WDE registered?

DE05 WDE is a 2005 Mercedes Motor Caravan, first registered on 12 March 2005.

Is DE05 WDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE05 WDE shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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