MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
20,378 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively damaged (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
How Reliable is the Mercedes Minibus?
Based on 1,162 MOT tests across 126 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R971 TLD is a 1998 Mercedes Minibus in White with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
Across all 1998 Mercedes Minibus models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 145,349 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 Minibus fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R971 TLD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Mercedes Minibus typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 28 years old, this Mercedes Minibus is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of R971 TLD?
You can check the full history of R971 TLD by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was R971 TLD registered?
R971 TLD is a 1998 Mercedes Minibus, first registered on 18 May 1998.
Is R971 TLD safe to buy?
The MOT history for R971 TLD shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does R971 TLD have outstanding finance?
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