No, R477 GFM is currently recorded as untaxed in official DVLA vehicle records.

When is the MOT due for R477 GFM?

The MOT for R477 GFM is valid and due for renewal on or before 21 March 2025.

What is the recorded mileage of R477 GFM?

The recorded mileage for R477 GFM is 561,457 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is R477 GFM ULEZ compliant?

No, R477 GFM 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 Unknown 4.3L Diesel · R477 GFM

R477 GFM

1998 Mercedes Unknown (4.3L, diesel). First registered 01/03/1998. Recorded mileage 561,457 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: MERCEDES UNKNOWN
Year / Origin: 1998 · Reading
MOT Status: Valid until 21/03/2025
Road Tax: Untaxed (01/05/2026)
Recorded Mileage: 561,457 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: DIESEL · 4.3L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Expired

Valid until 21/03/2025

Tax Status

Untaxed

Tax due 01/05/2026

Mileage: 561,457 mi
Fuel Type: DIESEL
Year: 1998
Engine: 4250cc

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R477 GFM Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT failed on 04/04/2025
561,457 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
26 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring lighting items (11 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

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R477 GFM Mileage History

04/10/2021553,598 mi
17/03/2023557,384 mi+3,786 mi
22/03/2023557,384 mi
15/03/2024561,026 mi+3,642 mi
04/04/2025561,457 mi+431 mi

Average of roughly 2,247 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

R477 GFM MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 5 Sept 2026, 17:58

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1998 Mercedes Unknown (R477 GFM) between October 2021 and April 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 04 April 2025 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (11 issues), Bodywork (10 issues), Tyres (8 issues), Brakes (7 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (6 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 49 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: “Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Corrosion holes under drivers seat (7.1”; “Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Light very dull and not illuminating regis”; “Seat belt of the wrong type Drivers seat belt incorrect type (7.1.2 (c))”.

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