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198D410

1999 Mercedes-benz S 430

Blue Petrol 4266cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

20,110 mi
Last recorded20,110 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2013
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz S 430101,507 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration198D410
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS 430
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,266cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2013 20,110 miles

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 10 Aug 2013 20,110 miles

Nearside Side repeater flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Jul 2012 12,790 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 8,994 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 8,011 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 7,329 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 18 Apr 2008 6,127 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 4,953 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 4,623 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz S 430?

Based on 11,736 MOT tests across 928 vehicles.

76.0%
Pass Rate
5,217
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
928
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 663
Brake pipe excessively corroded 268
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 231
suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint 225
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 210
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198D410 is a 1999 Mercedes-benz S 430 in Blue with a 4,266cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1999 Mercedes-benz S 430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 101,507 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz S 430 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 663 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 198D410, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz S 430 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 27 years old, this Mercedes-benz S 430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 198D410 registered?

198D410 is a 1999 Mercedes-benz S 430, first registered on 14 May 1999.

Is 198D410 safe to buy?

The MOT history for 198D410 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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