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TIW 2689

1988 Mercedes Camper

White Diesel 3972cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

485,560 mi
Last recorded485,560 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2025
Typical for 1988 Mercedes Camper78,398 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTIW 2689
MakeMercedes
ModelCamper
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,972cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2025 485,560 miles

DGW 6600 KG REAR NOT JACKED UP

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

Fail 30 Jun 2025 485,560 miles

DGW 6600 KG REAR NOT JACKED UP

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 22 Jul 2024 484,691 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2024 484,691 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2023 479,009 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 476,583 miles

Nearside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam king pin (5.1.2 (c) (i))

Fail 24 May 2022 476,574 miles

Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Side repeater lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected insecure (4.4.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam king pin (5.1.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Upper position lamp not working

Nearside Rear Upper position lamp not working

Pass 9 Aug 2017 455,420 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 451,563 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2016 451,533 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 446,118 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 440,900 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 435,556 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 429,896 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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TIW 2689 is a 1988 Mercedes Camper in White with a 3,972cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1988 Mercedes Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 78,398 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 TIW 2689, 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 38 years old, this Mercedes Camper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TIW 2689 registered?

TIW 2689 is a 1988 Mercedes Camper, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is TIW 2689 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TIW 2689 shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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