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R716 TRV

1997 Mercedes Unknown

White Diesel 4250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2021
Tests4 (1 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate25%

Mileage

570,844 mi
Last recorded570,844 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2020
Typical for 1997 Mercedes Unknown146,470 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR716 TRV
MakeMercedes
ModelUnknown
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,250cc

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MOT History

1 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2020 570,844 miles

Brake warning light illuminated

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 24 Feb 2020 570,836 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Brake warning light illuminated

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 18 Dec 2019 570,813 miles

Braking system leaking (1.1.3 (d))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

n/s/f inner wing area corroded

Fail 11 Dec 2019 570,771 miles

Braking system leaking (1.1.3 (d))

Front passenger door catch insecure (6.2.3 (c) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

n/s/f inner wing area corroded

How Reliable is the Mercedes Unknown?

Based on 11,881 MOT tests across 4,378 vehicles.

79.2%
Pass Rate
3,416
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
4,378
On UK Roads
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R716 TRV is a 1997 Mercedes Unknown in White with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 25%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.8% with a typical mileage of 146,470 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R716 TRV registered?

R716 TRV is a 1997 Mercedes Unknown, first registered on 13 August 1997.

Is R716 TRV safe to buy?

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