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R114 TCH

1997 Mercedes-benz 210

White Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2009
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

197,107 mi
Last recorded197,107 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2008
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz 210189,587 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR114 TCH
MakeMercedes-benz
Model210
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2008 197,107 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2007 193,954 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

handbrake cable slightly corroded

Fail 20 Nov 2007 193,954 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

handbrake cable slightly corroded

Pass 22 Nov 2006 188,025 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2006 188,023 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

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

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

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 9 Nov 2005 184,700 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2005 184,697 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 210?

Based on 2,417 MOT tests across 229 vehicles.

66.8%
Pass Rate
3,086
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
229
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 140
fog lamp not working 104
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 96
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 90
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 72
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R114 TCH is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 210 in White with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes-benz 210 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 189,587 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-benz 210 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 140 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R114 TCH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 210 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 29 years old, this Mercedes-benz 210 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R114 TCH registered?

R114 TCH is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 210, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R114 TCH safe to buy?

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