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HX57 TJY

2008 Mercedes Motor Caravan

White Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

28,491 mi
Last recorded28,491 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes Motor Caravan24,941 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX57 TJY
MakeMercedes
ModelMotor Caravan
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 28,491 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2025 26,516 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 21,070 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 17,172 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 15,574 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2021 10,710 miles

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

Rear reversing light inop

Fail 22 Apr 2021 10,709 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Rear reversing light inop

Pass 30 Jul 2020 10,687 miles

Front disc rusty

Fail 30 Jul 2020 10,687 miles

Front disc rusty

Nearside Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2019 10,681 miles

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

Fail 25 Jul 2019 10,681 miles

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

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 9 Aug 2018 10,671 miles

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

Fail 9 Aug 2018 10,671 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2017 9,855 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper marker light inoperative

Fail 17 Jul 2017 9,855 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Upper marker light inoperative

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 2 Aug 2016 8,788 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 7,804 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 7,213 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 6,313 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 48,270 miles

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Pass 27 Aug 2011 5,721 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2011 38,260 miles

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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HX57 TJY is a 2008 Mercedes Motor Caravan in White with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 24,941 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 HX57 TJY, 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 18 years old, this Mercedes Motor Caravan is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HX57 TJY registered?

HX57 TJY is a 2008 Mercedes Motor Caravan, first registered on 22 January 2008.

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The MOT history for HX57 TJY shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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