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R315 TBL

1997 Mercedes Motorhome

Blue Diesel 4250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

209,768 mi
Last recorded209,768 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2025
Typical for 1997 Mercedes Motorhome133,133 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR315 TBL
MakeMercedes
ModelMotorhome
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,250cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2025 209,768 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2024 208,857 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2023 208,060 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2022 207,120 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2021 206,240 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2020 206,106 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 204,935 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 203,851 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 203,306 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 202,835 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 202,300 miles

Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 29 May 2013 197,610 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 184,653 miles

Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 1 May 2012 184,636 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

o/s step starting to split.

rear number plate slighty faded.

Fail 3 Mar 2011 179,036 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 3 Mar 2011 179,036 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 172,295 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 167,248 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 159,782 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 154,026 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 23 Feb 2007 153,974 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

Pass 15 Feb 2006 148,446 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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R315 TBL is a 1997 Mercedes Motorhome in Blue with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 R315 TBL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R315 TBL?

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What year was R315 TBL registered?

R315 TBL is a 1997 Mercedes Motorhome, first registered on 17 November 1997.

Is R315 TBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R315 TBL shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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