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R901 WLG

1997 Mercedes Unknown

Green Diesel 3972cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

41,046 mi
Last recorded41,046 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Mercedes Unknown146,470 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR901 WLG
MakeMercedes
ModelUnknown
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,972cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 41,046 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Surface rust under vehicle

Fail 17 Mar 2026 41,046 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Surface rust under vehicle

Pass 17 Feb 2025 40,382 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2024 35,664 miles

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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R901 WLG is a 1997 Mercedes Unknown in Green with a 3,972cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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.

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What year was R901 WLG registered?

R901 WLG is a 1997 Mercedes Unknown, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R901 WLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R901 WLG shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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