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R903 RHL

1997 Mercedes Camper

Red Diesel 4250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

427,766 mi
Last recorded427,766 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2024
Typical for 1997 Mercedes Camper145,676 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR903 RHL
MakeMercedes
ModelCamper
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,250cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2024 427,766 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2023 425,474 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 422,809 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 419,345 miles

Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 26 Aug 2021 419,276 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 417,064 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 414,715 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 407,780 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 402,071 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 395,628 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 389,622 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2015 389,621 miles

Statutory seat belt missing none fitted (5.1.1)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 383,019 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 377,690 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 372,861 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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R903 RHL is a 1997 Mercedes Camper in Red with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R903 RHL, 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 R903 RHL registered?

R903 RHL is a 1997 Mercedes Camper, first registered on 24 October 1997.

Is R903 RHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R903 RHL shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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