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R854 CVM

1998 Mercedes 814D

White Diesel 4250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2022
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Mercedes 814D148,684 mi
4 checks still locked for this Mercedes
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR854 CVM
MakeMercedes
Model814D
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,250cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2021
Fail 18 Aug 2021 127,538 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 107,236 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2019 107,195 miles
Pass 18 May 2018

How Reliable is the Mercedes 814D?

Based on 863 MOT tests across 115 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
6,172
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
115
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Service brake: efficiency below requirements 18
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14
brake binding 12
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12
Brake hose bulging under pressure 11
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R854 CVM is a 1998 Mercedes 814D in White with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes 814D models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 148,684 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 814D fails its MOT is service brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R854 CVM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes 814D typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Mercedes 814D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of R854 CVM?

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What year was R854 CVM registered?

R854 CVM is a 1998 Mercedes 814D, first registered on 9 March 1998.

Is R854 CVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R854 CVM shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R854 CVM have outstanding finance?

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