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FJ05 CFE

2005 Mercedes Motor Home

White Diesel 4250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

216,776 mi
Last recorded216,776 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes Motor Home45,770 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ05 CFE
MakeMercedes
ModelMotor Home
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,250cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 216,776 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Air brake cylinder/actuator corroded but not seriously weakened air chambers corroded (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Air brake cylinder/actuator corroded but not seriously weakened air chambers corroded (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing all shock absorbers corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security cab mounting points and wheel arches (6.2.2 (d) (i))

body corroded around wind screen

under side vehicle corroded

Fail 23 Jul 2025 216,776 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Air brake cylinder/actuator corroded but not seriously weakened air chambers corroded (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder corroded but not seriously weakened air chambers corroded (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing all shock absorbers corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security cab mounting points and wheel arches (6.2.2 (d) (i))

body corroded around wind screen

under side vehicle corroded

Pass 9 Jul 2024 215,397 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Air brake cylinder/actuator corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush front bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush front bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Air brake cylinder/actuator corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Rear both rear air brake chambers corroded and in poor condition but no signs of leaks

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both front wheel arches (6.2.2 (d) (i))

body corrosion around windscreen

under side vehicle corroded but not seriously weakened

Fail 28 Jun 2024 215,396 miles

Offside Front Brake performance unable to be tested O/S/F BRAKE ACTUATOR EXCESSIVELY CORRODED AND EXPLODED (1.2.1 (g))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Air brake cylinder/actuator damaged and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Air brake cylinder/actuator corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Air brake cylinder/actuator corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush front bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush front bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Air brake cylinder/actuator corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both front wheel arches (6.2.2 (d) (i))

all air brake chambers corroded and in poor condition recommend replace or refurbishment

body corrosion around windscreen

under side vehicle corroded but not seriously weakened

Offside Front air brake chamber excessive corroded and exploded. dangerous do not drive on road

Pass 17 Jul 2023 215,003 miles

Body corrosion around windscreen

Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security n/s and o/s wheel arch areas (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Corrosion on air tanks

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe to rear box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both rears corroded (5.3.2 (b))

all components on underside have surface corrosion

Fail 10 Jul 2023 214,909 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Body corrosion around windscreen

Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security n/s and o/s wheel arch areas (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Corrosion on air tanks

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe to rear box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both rears corroded (5.3.2 (b))

all components on underside have surface corrosion

Pass 15 Dec 2021 213,289 miles

Corrosion on air tanks

Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security n/s and o/s wheel arch areas (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe to rear box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2020 211,095 miles

General corrosion on underside and on some suspension components, none of which is excessive.

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 208,874 miles

cut in tread of n/s/f tyre, no cords or ply visible

drivers side wiper starting to split

rear tyres showing wear and deterioration

surface corrosion on underside

Fail 3 Jun 2019 208,749 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

cut in tread of n/s/f tyre, no cords or ply visible

drivers side wiper starting to split

rear tyres showing wear and deterioration

surface corrosion on underside

Pass 6 Jun 2018 207,309 miles

Drag link end ball joint has slight play Rear ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 3 Mar 2017 205,597 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 203,683 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 199,450 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

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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FJ05 CFE is a 2005 Mercedes Motor Home in White with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes Motor Home models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 45,770 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 FJ05 CFE, 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 21 years old, this Mercedes Motor Home is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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FJ05 CFE is a 2005 Mercedes Motor Home, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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