No, R288 FDT is currently recorded as untaxed in official DVLA vehicle records.

When is the MOT due for R288 FDT?

The MOT for R288 FDT is valid and due for renewal on or before 2 July 2013.

What is the recorded mileage of R288 FDT?

The recorded mileage for R288 FDT is 179,381 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is R288 FDT ULEZ compliant?

No, R288 FDT does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

1998 Mercedes C 2.3L Petrol · R288 FDT

R288 FDT

1998 Mercedes C (2.3L, petrol). First registered 01/06/1998. Recorded mileage 179,381 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: MERCEDES C
Year / Origin: 1998 · Reading
MOT Status: Valid until 02/07/2013
Road Tax: Untaxed (25/04/2005)
Recorded Mileage: 179,381 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: PETROL · 2.3L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Expired

Valid until 02/07/2013

Tax Status

Untaxed

Tax due 25/04/2005

Mileage: 179,381 mi
Fuel Type: PETROL
Year: 1998
Engine: 2295cc

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R288 FDT Key Findings

4 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 03/07/2012
179,381 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
4 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (8 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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! Older vehicle

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R288 FDT Mileage History

02/06/200594,742 mi
02/06/200594,742 mi
02/07/2012179,381 mi+84,639 mi
03/07/2012179,381 mi

Average of roughly 11,946 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

R288 FDT MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 22 Sept 2026, 11:39

MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

4 MOT tests are recorded for this 1998 Mercedes C (R288 FDT) between June 2005 and July 2012.

The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 03 July 2012 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (8 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Tyres (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 8 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)”; “Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)”; “Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)”.

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