MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
586,472 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
How Reliable is the Mercedes Motor Caravan?
Based on 5,669 MOT tests across 350 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R551 GMA is a 1997 Mercedes Motor Caravan in White with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.
Across all 1997 Mercedes Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 126,933 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a Mercedes Motor Caravan fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 117 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R551 GMA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Mercedes Motor Caravan typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 29 years old, this Mercedes Motor Caravan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of R551 GMA?
You can check the full history of R551 GMA by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was R551 GMA registered?
R551 GMA is a 1997 Mercedes Motor Caravan, first registered on 1 December 1997.
Is R551 GMA safe to buy?
The MOT history for R551 GMA shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does R551 GMA have outstanding finance?
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