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SK05 BAV

2005 Mercedes Camper

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

109,527 mi
Last recorded109,527 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes Camper45,114 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK05 BAV
MakeMercedes
ModelCamper
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 109,527 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security all over (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security all over (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2023 109,380 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 14 Jul 2022 107,570 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre(s) of different size tyres are fitted on twin wheels (5.2.3 (b))

Offside Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 12 May 2021 109,452 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Aug 2019 109,151 miles

Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security under body (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Aug 2019 109,151 miles

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

Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security under body (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 May 2018 106,218 miles
Fail 10 May 2018 106,216 miles

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

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

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

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Pass 3 Jan 2017 92,852 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2016 80,050 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 70,317 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 63,507 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2013 63,507 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2013 55,563 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 49,821 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 43,338 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 38,571 miles

handbrake near minimum reading

Pass 15 Jul 2008 32,617 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 23,528 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 14,135 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2006 14,135 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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SK05 BAV is a 2005 Mercedes Camper in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 45,114 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 SK05 BAV, 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 21 years old, this Mercedes Camper is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was SK05 BAV registered?

SK05 BAV is a 2005 Mercedes Camper, first registered on 6 June 2005.

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