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R195 JEJ

1997 Mercedes Camper

White Diesel 2900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

133,354 mi
Last recorded133,354 miles
Recorded on9 May 2014
Typical for 1997 Mercedes Camper145,676 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR195 JEJ
MakeMercedes
ModelCamper
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,900cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 May 2014 133,354 miles
Fail 9 May 2014 133,354 miles

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

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

Pass 14 May 2013 122,547 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 119,093 miles

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

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

Fail 8 May 2012 119,058 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

Pass 31 May 2011 115,263 miles
Fail 31 May 2011 115,263 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 18 May 2010 112,410 miles

Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 14 May 2009 107,466 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 104,018 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2008 104,018 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 6 Jun 2007 103,856 miles

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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R195 JEJ is a 1997 Mercedes Camper in White with a 2,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 145,676 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 Camper fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 155 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R195 JEJ, 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 29 years old, this Mercedes Camper is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R195 JEJ registered?

R195 JEJ is a 1997 Mercedes Camper, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R195 JEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R195 JEJ shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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