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R136 JPC

1997 Mercedes Unknown

Green Diesel 4250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

354,564 mi
Last recorded354,564 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Mercedes Unknown146,470 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR136 JPC
MakeMercedes
ModelUnknown
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,250cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 354,564 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front king pin play

Fail 24 Feb 2026 354,564 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front king pin play

Pass 31 Oct 2024 354,479 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Outer tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

How Reliable is the Mercedes Unknown?

Based on 11,881 MOT tests across 4,378 vehicles.

79.2%
Pass Rate
3,416
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
4,378
On UK Roads
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R136 JPC is a 1997 Mercedes Unknown in Green with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.8% with a typical mileage of 146,470 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The Mercedes Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 29 years old, this Mercedes Unknown is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R136 JPC registered?

R136 JPC is a 1997 Mercedes Unknown, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R136 JPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R136 JPC shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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