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JIL 3548

1978 Mercedes Camper

White Diesel 3999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

197,759 mi
Last recorded197,759 miles
Recorded on25 May 2016
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJIL 3548
MakeMercedes
ModelCamper
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 May 2016 197,759 miles

Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement all (2.4.B.2)

Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement all (2.4.B.2)

no seat belts fitted

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 17 May 2016 197,759 miles

Nearside Front Electrical wiring inadequately supported under headlight (1.9.2a)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Front Electrical wiring inadequately supported under headlight (1.9.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement all (2.4.B.2)

Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement all (2.4.B.2)

no seat belts fitted

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 6 Oct 2015 197,292 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar insecure bolts loose (2.4.G.1)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users water in (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar insecure bolts loose (2.4.G.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

body getting rusty

oil leaks

one rear on plate light damaged

Pass 7 Oct 2014 191,185 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

body getting rusty

marks on n/s windscreen

Pass 8 Oct 2013 185,742 miles

Oil leak

body getting rusty

n/s front king pin worn

no plate light slightly damaged

o/s front king pin worn

Pass 27 Sep 2012 177,521 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

oil leaks

rear fog lamp slightly faded

Pass 20 Oct 2011 169,262 miles

Oil leak

rear fog lamp sligthy faded

sligrth lift in king pins

Pass 13 Oct 2010 156,001 miles

Oil leak

body getting rusty

chassis getting rusty

Pass 23 Oct 2009 138,022 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2009 137,345 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 126,899 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 111,141 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 103,719 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2007

Nearside Rear Tyre side walls on a twin fitment are contacting each other (4.1.D.3)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight side play at eye (shackle) (2.4.B.4)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight side play at eye (shackle) (2.4.B.4)

Pass 20 Apr 2006 100,903 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Lower Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

How Reliable is the Mercedes Camper?

Based on 8,342 MOT tests across 487 vehicles.

74.6%
Pass Rate
2,050
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
487
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 155
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 155
position lamp(s) not working 148
Brake pipe excessively corroded 144
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 137
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JIL 3548 is a 1978 Mercedes Camper in White with a 3,999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

The most common reason a Mercedes Camper fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 155 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JIL 3548, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes Camper typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 48 years old, this Mercedes Camper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JIL 3548 registered?

JIL 3548 is a 1978 Mercedes Camper, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is JIL 3548 safe to buy?

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