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FJ04 JFY

2004 Mercedes Camper

White Diesel 2700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

41,073 mi
Last recorded41,073 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes Camper48,563 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ04 JFY
MakeMercedes
ModelCamper
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,700cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 41,073 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Jun 2025 37,268 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 18 Jun 2025 37,268 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2024 34,724 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 27 Jun 2024 34,724 miles

Nearside Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2023 33,395 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 33,255 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2019 33,228 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2019 33,220 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 24 May 2018 32,210 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 31,568 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 30,244 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both sides (2.4.G.2)

chassis number on o/s/f chassis leg.

n/s sidemarker.

Fail 15 May 2015 28,357 miles

Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

chassis number taken fron o/s/f chassis leg.

o/s/f indicator not fully secured.

Pass 15 May 2015 28,357 miles

Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

chassis number taken fron o/s/f chassis leg.

o/s/f indicator not fully secured.

Pass 8 Apr 2014 25,442 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust corroded

Pass 15 Apr 2013 21,698 miles

exhaust corroded

lift in both lower ball joints

power steering pipes corroded

slight bind on rear brakes

Pass 2 Apr 2012 19,362 miles

n/s head light pattern poor

Pass 1 Apr 2011 17,691 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.2c)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

corrosion on brake discs

offside front indicator unit loose

Pass 12 Apr 2010 15,024 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 12,865 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 10,984 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 9,686 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2007 9,686 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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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FJ04 JFY is a 2004 Mercedes Camper in White with a 2,700cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 48,563 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 FJ04 JFY, 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 22 years old, this Mercedes Camper is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FJ04 JFY?

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What year was FJ04 JFY registered?

FJ04 JFY is a 2004 Mercedes Camper, first registered on 26 March 2004.

Is FJ04 JFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ04 JFY shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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