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R2 RWC

1997 Mercedes-benz 212

Blue Diesel 2874cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

228,342 mi
Last recorded228,342 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz 212140,265 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR2 RWC
MakeMercedes-benz
Model212
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,874cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 228,342 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2025 228,238 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2024 228,116 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2022 227,698 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2021 227,346 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2020 227,052 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 226,543 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2018 226,027 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2017 225,457 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2016 224,381 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 222,225 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 220,154 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2013 210,566 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 209,349 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 203,791 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 199,739 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2009 193,868 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 188,924 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 179,389 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2007 179,389 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 29 Aug 2006 167,492 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2005 156,772 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 212?

Based on 1,859 MOT tests across 210 vehicles.

67.2%
Pass Rate
5,433
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
210
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 174
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 93
Registration plate lamp not working 68
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 65
Stop lamp not working 64
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R2 RWC is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 212 in Blue with a 2,874cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes-benz 212 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 140,265 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 212 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 174 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R2 RWC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 212 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Mercedes-benz 212 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R2 RWC registered?

R2 RWC is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 212, first registered on 10 September 1997.

Is R2 RWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R2 RWC shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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