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GX53 LYY

2003 Mercedes Motorhome

White Diesel 2874cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests31 (21 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate67.7%

Mileage

55,250 mi
Last recorded55,250 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes Motorhome47,355 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX53 LYY
MakeMercedes
ModelMotorhome
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,874cc

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MOT History

21 pass 10 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 55,250 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2025 52,197 miles
Pass 13 May 2025 52,178 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 51,628 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2023 51,628 miles

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

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2022 51,059 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2022 51,058 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 30 Nov 2021 49,505 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 29 Nov 2021 49,503 miles

Brake performance not tested Due to O/S/R tyre failure (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Rear Upper Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning High level (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 47,277 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 4 Nov 2020 47,276 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 14 May 2019 45,348 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 43,687 miles

Central Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2017 42,136 miles

Central Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

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

Fail 30 May 2017 42,136 miles

Front Fuel pipe insecure Between tank and filter. (7.2.1)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Central Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 25 May 2016 40,602 miles

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

Fail 25 May 2016 40,602 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 18 May 2015 38,424 miles
Fail 18 May 2015 38,424 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 36,462 miles

slight damage to o/s/r light lense

Pass 17 May 2013 34,441 miles

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

Fail 17 May 2013 34,441 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 15 May 2012 32,088 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2011 28,156 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 28,156 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 27,254 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 1 Oct 2009 25,360 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2009 25,341 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Sep 2008 22,514 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 19,565 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 15,968 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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GX53 LYY is a 2003 Mercedes Motorhome in White with a 2,874cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 31 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 67.7%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes Motorhome models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 47,355 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 Motorhome fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 249 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GX53 LYY, 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 23 years old, this Mercedes Motorhome is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GX53 LYY registered?

GX53 LYY is a 2003 Mercedes Motorhome, first registered on 1 October 2003.

Is GX53 LYY safe to buy?

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