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J636 XBL

1992 Mercedes Motor Caravan

White Diesel 2900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

85,341 mi
Last recorded85,341 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2017
Typical for 1992 Mercedes Motor Caravan125,624 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ636 XBL
MakeMercedes
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,900cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2017 85,341 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2016 83,903 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Nearside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Pass 26 Feb 2016 80,779 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 80,000 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2015 79,999 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Feb 2014 77,737 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 17 Feb 2014 77,736 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 24 Jan 2013 77,257 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2013 77,256 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 21 Oct 2011 74,930 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 71,423 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 70,070 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 68,857 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 68,359 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 31 Mar 2007 67,501 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2007 67,501 miles

Offside Inner Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 6 Mar 2006 66,989 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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J636 XBL is a 1992 Mercedes Motor Caravan in White with a 2,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 1992 Mercedes Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 125,624 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 J636 XBL, 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 34 years old, this Mercedes Motor Caravan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J636 XBL registered?

J636 XBL is a 1992 Mercedes Motor Caravan, first registered on 31 December 1992.

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