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Y183 PWJ

2001 Mercedes Motorcaravan

White Diesel 2686cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

159,741 mi
Last recorded159,741 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Mercedes Motorcaravan92,542 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY183 PWJ
MakeMercedes
ModelMotorcaravan
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,686cc
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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 159,741 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 157,749 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 157,458 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 155,907 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2021 153,819 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Jul 2020 151,753 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 149,782 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 146,804 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 144,368 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured and offside (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Jul 2016 138,778 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Jul 2015 135,580 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 127,191 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 119,137 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 Jul 2012 110,352 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Play in both sides steering rack/arms?

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 11 Jul 2012 110,352 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Play in both sides steering rack/arms?

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Jul 2011 100,990 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 19 Jul 2010 91,679 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Jul 2009 80,850 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 24 Jul 2008 72,529 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 57,096 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 45,258 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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Y183 PWJ is a 2001 Mercedes Motorcaravan in White with a 2,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 Y183 PWJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y183 PWJ registered?

Y183 PWJ is a 2001 Mercedes Motorcaravan, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is Y183 PWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y183 PWJ shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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