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FJ55 ALU

2005 Mercedes Motorhome

White Diesel 2700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

50,671 mi
Last recorded50,671 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes Motorhome40,047 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ55 ALU
MakeMercedes
ModelMotorhome
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,700cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2025 50,671 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both main (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2024 50,228 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both main (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2023 50,177 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2022 46,771 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2020 47,175 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Apr 2019 43,593 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 42,565 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2016 40,825 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2015 39,341 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 37,820 miles

both front tyres are slightly perished on the outside edges

Pass 30 Sep 2014 37,657 miles

front tyre slightly perished

Pass 8 Oct 2013 35,744 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 33,723 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 31,247 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 28,601 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 25,347 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2009 25,272 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 16 Sep 2008 21,476 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes Motorhome?

Based on 14,848 MOT tests across 847 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
2,214
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
847
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 249
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 245
fog lamp not working 183
position lamp(s) not working 175
brake binding 170
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FJ55 ALU is a 2005 Mercedes Motorhome in White with a 2,700cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes Motorhome models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 40,047 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes Motorhome fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 249 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJ55 ALU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes Motorhome typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 21 years old, this Mercedes Motorhome is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FJ55 ALU registered?

FJ55 ALU is a 2005 Mercedes Motorhome, first registered on 13 September 2005.

Is FJ55 ALU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ55 ALU shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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