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R304 FWV

1997 Mercedes Motorhome

Black Diesel 3972cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2023
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

55,207 mi
Last recorded55,207 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2022
Typical for 1997 Mercedes Motorhome133,133 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR304 FWV
MakeMercedes
ModelMotorhome
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,972cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2022 55,207 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 50,569 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 50,512 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear brake squealing

Side markers lights either side of vehicle just behind front doors not working

Fail 27 Jun 2018 50,512 miles

Nearside Outline marker lamp not working just behind passenger door (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Outline marker lamp not working just behind drivers door (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blade split (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear brake squealing

Pass 10 Jul 2017 49,336 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 49,199 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases 2 slight blows (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Upper Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt OSF steering arm (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 2 Jun 2015 46,779 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 39,722 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 39,049 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 24,889 miles

test carred out with incorrect registration mark (F304FWV) on vts, test number 179961992111 that was only noticed when inputting results

How Reliable is the Mercedes Motorhome?

Based on 14,848 MOT tests across 847 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
2,214
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
847
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 249
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 245
fog lamp not working 183
position lamp(s) not working 175
brake binding 170
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R304 FWV is a 1997 Mercedes Motorhome in Black with a 3,972cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes Motorhome models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 133,133 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes Motorhome fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 249 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R304 FWV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes Motorhome typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 29 years old, this Mercedes Motorhome is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R304 FWV registered?

R304 FWV is a 1997 Mercedes Motorhome, first registered on 1 September 1997.

Is R304 FWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R304 FWV shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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