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DK08 CVW

2008 Mercedes Motor Home

White Diesel 4250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

183,037 mi
Last recorded183,037 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes Motor Home52,751 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK08 CVW
MakeMercedes
ModelMotor Home
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,250cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 183,037 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2025 180,990 miles

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

Nearside Lower compressor pipe corroded.

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

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2023 176,511 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2023 176,511 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 30 Jun 2022 172,493 miles
Fail 24 May 2022 172,432 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Braking system leaking Flexi hose to chamber (1.1.3 (d))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 May 2021 166,511 miles
Fail 24 May 2021 167,511 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Prop shaft flexible coupling so deteriorated it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Aug 2020 164,676 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 162,363 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 155,568 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 130,269 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 109,127 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 107,143 miles

2 X n/s side marker lights inop

Trailer electrical socket damaged, but the lead can still be securely connected (1.9.3b)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 77,972 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 70,421 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

n/s/r inner tyre has small dips in tred are

Fail 20 Feb 2013 70,421 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

n/s/r inner tyre has small dips in tred are

Fail 20 Feb 2012 53,544 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 20 Feb 2012 53,544 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 35,572 miles

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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DK08 CVW is a 2008 Mercedes Motor Home in White with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes Motor Home models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 52,751 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 Home fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 121 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DK08 CVW, 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 18 years old, this Mercedes Motor Home is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DK08 CVW registered?

DK08 CVW is a 2008 Mercedes Motor Home, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is DK08 CVW safe to buy?

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