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RX08 CEJ

2008 Mercedes Camper

Grey Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

69,903 mi
Last recorded69,903 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes Camper45,550 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX08 CEJ
MakeMercedes
ModelCamper
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc
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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 69,903 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2025 63,601 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both front advise repair ()

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases corroded and holed advise repair (6.1.2 (a))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

slight knock from steering rack internals advise repair

Fail 26 Feb 2025 63,601 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both front advise repair ()

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases corroded and holed advise repair (6.1.2 (a))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

slight knock from steering rack internals advise repair

Pass 11 Mar 2024 58,492 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both front ()

drivers seat belt slow to retract but retracts fully

rear exhaust section corroded

Fail 4 Mar 2024 58,219 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both front ()

drivers seat belt slow to retract but retracts fully

rear exhaust section corroded

Pass 16 Mar 2023 48,376 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords centre tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Towbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))

rear exhaust system corroded

Fail 7 Mar 2023 48,327 miles

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

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both front inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords centre tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Towbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))

rear exhaust system corroded

Pass 17 Feb 2022 34,346 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2021 31,128 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

bonnet strut broken

Fail 17 Mar 2021 31,128 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

bonnet strut broken

Pass 2 Jun 2020 26,056 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 22,849 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Handbrake has light reserve travel

Offside Both marker lights not working

all three wipers starting to smear

Pass 20 Mar 2018 22,817 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 22,742 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 22,671 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 22,446 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 21,097 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 19,155 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 15,867 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 13,067 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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RX08 CEJ is a 2008 Mercedes Camper in Grey with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 45,550 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 RX08 CEJ, 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 18 years old, this Mercedes Camper is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RX08 CEJ registered?

RX08 CEJ is a 2008 Mercedes Camper, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is RX08 CEJ safe to buy?

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