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R848 WOY

1998 Mercedes 614D

Red Diesel 2874cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

189,085 mi
Last recorded189,085 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2007
Typical for 1998 Mercedes 614D190,432 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR848 WOY
MakeMercedes
Model614D
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,874cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2007 189,085 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2006 179,530 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2006 179,197 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.2.4b)

Speedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)

How Reliable is the Mercedes 614D?

Based on 1,351 MOT tests across 150 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
14,552
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
150
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 19
Brake hose bulging under pressure 14
Drag link end ball joint has excessive play 12
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 11
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 10
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R848 WOY is a 1998 Mercedes 614D in Red with a 2,874cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes 614D models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 190,432 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 614D fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R848 WOY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes 614D typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Mercedes 614D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R848 WOY?

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What year was R848 WOY registered?

R848 WOY is a 1998 Mercedes 614D, first registered on 11 February 1998.

Is R848 WOY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R848 WOY shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R848 WOY have outstanding finance?

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