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F275 STC

1989 Mercedes Camper

Blue Diesel 3972cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2018
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

99,492 mi
Last recorded99,492 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2017
Typical for 1989 Mercedes Camper159,246 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF275 STC
MakeMercedes
ModelCamper
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,972cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2017 99,492 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 95,598 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 89,951 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2015 89,951 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2013 81,831 miles

both front brake discs slightly corroded

corrosion to both side steps

freeplay at steering wheel

nearside rear anti roll bar linkage bush has slight play

rear brake application uneven

Fail 22 May 2013 81,829 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

both front brake discs slightly corroded

corrosion to both side steps

freeplay at steering wheel

nearside rear anti roll bar linkage bush has slight play

Fail 7 May 2013 81,465 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Hazard warning switch insecure (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

offisde front anti roll bar link bracket bolt loose.

offside rear tyre outter side wall has cracks.

Pass 26 Jun 2012 77,273 miles

Nearside Front Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.3.A.2)

Nearside Front Lower Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.3.A.2)

Offside Front Leaf spring splayed and lightly rubbing (2.4.B.1c)

Offside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

brake warning light on dash

exhaust system covered in oil

Fail 18 Jun 2012 77,268 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front Lower Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

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 Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.3.A.2)

Nearside Front Lower Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.3.A.2)

Offside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

brake warning light on dash

exhaust system covered in oil

Pass 13 Jun 2011 75,292 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Lower Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside and offside front tyres under inflated

Nearside front brake disc face corroded

Offside Front Lower Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 13 Jun 2011 75,292 miles

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

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Lower Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Lower Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Nearside and offside front tyres under inflated

Nearside front brake disc face corroded

Offside Front Lower Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Lower Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 11 May 2010 72,748 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 69,754 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 14 Mar 2009 69,754 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 31 Jul 2008 69,125 miles

Offside Front Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

slight leak steering box

surface corrosion front brake hose ferrules

surface corrosion power steering pipe

surface corrosion underside of vehicle

Pass 24 Aug 2007 67,949 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2007 67,949 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

front o/s power steering pipe rusty

n/s/front brake pipe has advanced corrosion

n/s/rear and o/s/front tyres has advanced cracking/perishing

Pass 16 Aug 2006 67,507 miles

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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F275 STC is a 1989 Mercedes Camper in Blue with a 3,972cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

Across all 1989 Mercedes Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 159,246 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 Camper fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 155 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F275 STC, 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 37 years old, this Mercedes Camper is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F275 STC registered?

F275 STC is a 1989 Mercedes Camper, first registered on 10 June 1989.

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