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SW52 OUO

2002 Mercedes Motor Home

White Diesel 2700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

30,306 mi
Last recorded30,306 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes Motor Home49,897 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW52 OUO
MakeMercedes
ModelMotor Home
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,700cc
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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 30,306 miles

Fuel tank slightly loose fuel tank straps heavley corroded (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various places (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Mar 2026 30,303 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Fuel tank slightly loose fuel tank straps heavley corroded (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various places (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2024 28,797 miles

Fuel tank straps corroded

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2023 28,296 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 27,696 miles

Front suspension components corroding

Nearside fuel tank straps corroded

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

Offside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 May 2021 27,280 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Spare tyre defective split ()

Fail 20 May 2021 27,267 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Outline marker lamp not working central (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Spare tyre defective split ()

Pass 1 Jul 2019 26,383 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear pipes x2 (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 26 Jun 2019 26,383 miles

Brake performance not tested brake pipe leaking (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear pipes x2 (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2018 22,319 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 22,126 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 22,091 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear both (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Aug 2015 21,331 miles

tow ball removed

Fail 24 Aug 2015 21,331 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

tow ball removed

Pass 5 Aug 2014 20,330 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 25 Jul 2013 18,490 miles

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 25 Jul 2013 18,490 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2012 15,365 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2011 15,108 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 15,086 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 13,930 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 11,500 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2005 9,392 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes Motor Home?

Based on 6,590 MOT tests across 364 vehicles.

75.6%
Pass Rate
1,983
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
364
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 121
fog lamp not working 110
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 101
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 92
position lamp(s) not working 89
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SW52 OUO is a 2002 Mercedes Motor Home in White with a 2,700cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2002 Mercedes Motor Home models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 49,897 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes Motor Home fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 121 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SW52 OUO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes Motor Home typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 24 years old, this Mercedes Motor Home is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SW52 OUO registered?

SW52 OUO is a 2002 Mercedes Motor Home, first registered on 1 October 2002.

Is SW52 OUO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW52 OUO shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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