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R284 GLG

1998 Mercedes Camper

White Diesel 4250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

189,453 mi
Last recorded189,453 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 Mercedes Camper143,370 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR284 GLG
MakeMercedes
ModelCamper
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,250cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2025 189,453 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2025 189,453 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2023 188,965 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2020 188,273 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 187,071 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 183,836 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 182,323 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 179,455 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2015 178,365 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 178,365 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 177,140 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 175,077 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2005 156,182 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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R284 GLG is a 1998 Mercedes Camper in White with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 143,370 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 R284 GLG, 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 28 years old, this Mercedes Camper is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R284 GLG registered?

R284 GLG is a 1998 Mercedes Camper, first registered on 15 July 1998.

Is R284 GLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R284 GLG shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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