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H56 BKP

1990 Mercedes Motor Caravan

White Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2023
Tests30 (17 pass, 13 fail)
Pass rate56.7%

Mileage

73,723 mi
Last recorded73,723 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2023
Typical for 1990 Mercedes Motor Caravan91,344 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH56 BKP
MakeMercedes
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

17 pass 13 fail
Fail 25 Oct 2023 73,723 miles

Front Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced scuttle panel upper and vent area below window (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength inner wing within 30cm of upper shock mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded and functionality of the braking system is affected (1.1.21 (e) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under airbox, holed but not within 30cm of component (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced on both front spring mountings (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced INNER WING, HOLED, NOT Within 30 cm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

underside undersealed

Pass 22 Oct 2022 73,361 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

inner wheel arches heavily corroded n/s and o/s but not holed

slight corrosion under vehicle

Fail 7 Oct 2022 73,356 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected step (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected step (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

inner wheel arches n/s and o/s heavily corroded but not holed at time of test

slight corrosion under vehicle

Pass 15 Oct 2021 73,117 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.1.2 (e) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 72,818 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Sep 2020 72,818 miles

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

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

Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 11 Oct 2019 72,669 miles

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Lower stop light not working

Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive steering box mounting (2.1.2 (e) (i))

Fail 9 Oct 2019 72,669 miles

Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt on steering box drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Lower stop light not working

Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive steering box mounting (2.1.2 (e) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2018 72,454 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2018 72,450 miles

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Hole On The Drivers Step (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Jun 2018 72,445 miles

Floor excessively deteriorated under front wheel arches nearside and offside (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering nearside and offside chassis under bonnet (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering offside step (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

nearside front wheel binding

Pass 7 Jun 2017 71,370 miles

slight corrosion underneath

Pass 9 Jun 2016 68,331 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 66,167 miles
Fail 26 May 2015 66,197 miles

Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Jun 2014 64,648 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 2 Jun 2014 64,646 miles

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

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 May 2013 62,265 miles
Fail 20 May 2013 62,265 miles

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)

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 Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 11 Jun 2012 61,139 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 59,740 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2011 59,738 miles

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 10 May 2010 58,476 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 56,690 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2009 56,690 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2008 55,315 miles

small bind to o/s/f brake

Pass 30 Apr 2007 54,147 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2007 54,147 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 51,733 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2006 51,733 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

How Reliable is the Mercedes Motor Caravan?

Based on 5,669 MOT tests across 350 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
1,905
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
350
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 117
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 101
position lamp(s) not working 97
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 83
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 77
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H56 BKP is a 1990 Mercedes Motor Caravan in White with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.7%.

Across all 1990 Mercedes Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 91,344 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 Caravan fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 117 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H56 BKP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes Motor Caravan typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 36 years old, this Mercedes Motor Caravan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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H56 BKP is a 1990 Mercedes Motor Caravan, first registered on 6 August 1990.

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