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R457 EKG

1997 Mercedes 614D

White Diesel 4250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

308,924 mi
Last recorded308,924 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR457 EKG
MakeMercedes
Model614D
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,250cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2007 308,924 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2007 308,924 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Dec 2006 289,356 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2005 258,333 miles

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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R457 EKG is a 1997 Mercedes 614D in White with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R457 EKG, 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 29 years old, this Mercedes 614D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R457 EKG registered?

R457 EKG is a 1997 Mercedes 614D, first registered on 4 December 1997.

Is R457 EKG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R457 EKG 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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