MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
215,053 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS
Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz E?
Based on 4,722,746 MOT tests across 435,734 vehicles.
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R868 FGC is a 1997 Mercedes-benz E in Blue with a 2,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.
Across all 1997 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 113,015 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a Mercedes-benz E fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 132,731 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R868 FGC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Mercedes-benz E typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Mercedes-benz E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was R868 FGC registered?
R868 FGC is a 1997 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 7 November 1997.
Is R868 FGC safe to buy?
The MOT history for R868 FGC shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does R868 FGC have outstanding finance?
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