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R639 ULX

1997 Mercedes 814

Red Diesel 2874cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

189,171 mi
Last recorded189,171 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2008
Typical for 1997 Mercedes 814179,408 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR639 ULX
MakeMercedes
Model814
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,874cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 20 Jun 2008 189,171 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 184,962 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 174,678 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes 814?

Based on 2,035 MOT tests across 258 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
6,960
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
258
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Statutory seat belt missing 32
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 21
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 20
Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush 19
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 16
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R639 ULX is a 1997 Mercedes 814 in Red with a 2,874cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes 814 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 179,408 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes 814 fails its MOT is statutory seat belt missing, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R639 ULX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes 814 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 29 years old, this Mercedes 814 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R639 ULX registered?

R639 ULX is a 1997 Mercedes 814, first registered on 5 August 1997.

Is R639 ULX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R639 ULX shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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