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R347 GDM

1998 Mercedes-benz 250

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2022
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

63,948 mi
Last recorded63,948 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2021
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz 250109,018 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR347 GDM
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2021 63,948 miles

General under body corrosion

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Dec 2020 63,920 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Exhaust system insecure Rear mount broken (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted Mounting rusted away (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Expect bad ground wire. Lights not working correctly on main beam and inductors on osf head lamp and side repeater (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced Jacking point corroded (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Flooring corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre join (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust system loose to the extent of rubbing against vehicles body

General under body corrosion

Nearside Mirror insecure

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 61,993 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2019 61,985 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Central Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 4 Apr 2018 58,691 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Lower Tie bar/rod corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Lower Tie bar/rod corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

exhaust (front flex) deteriorated

rear suspension arms fitted with plastic covers, unable to inspect

Pass 10 Apr 2017 54,818 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 7 Apr 2017 54,816 miles

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

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings floor (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195/65/15 (4.1.E.1)

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Apr 2016 51,446 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre pipe (7.1.2)

Nearside Front tyre cracking

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear tyre 3mm

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

exhaust system corroded

fuel pipes corroded

Fail 30 Mar 2016 51,444 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre pipe (7.1.2)

Nearside Front tyre cracking

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear tyre 3mm

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

exhaust system corroded

fuel pipes corroded

Pass 20 Mar 2015 47,905 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Fail 20 Mar 2015 47,905 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Pass 25 Mar 2014 43,555 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 40,519 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2013 40,519 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2012 38,129 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 37,215 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2010 34,828 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Aug 2010 34,828 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2009 33,086 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Sep 2009 33,086 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 10 Sep 2008 31,682 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Sep 2008 31,682 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 30,516 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 14 Sep 2006 29,591 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 250?

Based on 21,689 MOT tests across 3,055 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
2,936
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
3,055
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 875
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 715
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 666
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 525
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 458
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R347 GDM is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 250 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 109,018 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 250 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 875 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R347 GDM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 250 typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 28 years old, this Mercedes-benz 250 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was R347 GDM registered?

R347 GDM is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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