MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
325,987 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)
Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Knocking noise coming from steering rack
Offside rear side marker light not working
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Front Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 312?
Based on 26,257 MOT tests across 2,825 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R247 AVR is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 312 in White with a 2,874cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz 312 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.0% with a typical mileage of 188,660 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 312 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 3,353 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R247 AVR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Mercedes-benz 312 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 28 years old, this Mercedes-benz 312 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was R247 AVR registered?
R247 AVR is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 312, first registered on 12 January 1998.
Is R247 AVR safe to buy?
The MOT history for R247 AVR shows 6 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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