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S555 LOC

2001 Mercedes Motorcaravan

White Diesel 2688cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests26 (22 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

248,145 mi
Last recorded248,145 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes Motorcaravan92,542 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS555 LOC
MakeMercedes
ModelMotorcaravan
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,688cc

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MOT History

22 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 248,145 miles

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

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides ()

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

general corrosion of suspension componants front and rear

Pass 20 May 2025 245,978 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024 245,894 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 244,540 miles

Nearside Front DOOR STIFF TO OPEN FROM INSIDE

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ADVANCED CRACKING,RECOMMEND CHANGE ASAP (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ADVANCED CRACKING,RECOMMEND CHANGE ASAP (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 3 Jul 2023 244,469 miles

Nearside Front Upper Outline marker lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.2.2 (a))

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

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both lights not working (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Front DOOR STIFF TO OPEN FROM INSIDE

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ADVANCED CRACKING,RECOMMEND CHANGE ASAP (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ADVANCED CRACKING,RECOMMEND CHANGE ASAP (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2022 239,902 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 238,858 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 237,393 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 236,173 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 229,064 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Pass 25 May 2017 226,335 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 214,409 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 210,367 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 205,825 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 199,659 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2012 193,392 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 9 Nov 2012 193,392 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 27 Oct 2011 176,478 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2011 176,478 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Nov 2010 162,401 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 148,388 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 129,511 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 111,646 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2007 111,625 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 Nov 2006 93,406 miles

front and rear discs slightly worn

front brake pads low

Pass 7 Nov 2005 73,893 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes Motorcaravan?

Based on 1,763 MOT tests across 100 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
2,147
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
100
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 35
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 35
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 33
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 32
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 28
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S555 LOC is a 2001 Mercedes Motorcaravan in White with a 2,688cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes Motorcaravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 92,542 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 Motorcaravan fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S555 LOC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes Motorcaravan typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 25 years old, this Mercedes Motorcaravan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S555 LOC registered?

S555 LOC is a 2001 Mercedes Motorcaravan, first registered on 9 November 2001.

Is S555 LOC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S555 LOC shows 26 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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