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AKZ 2994

1998 Mercedes-benz S-class

Black Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

125,850 mi
Last recorded125,850 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz S-class103,785 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAKZ 2994
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 125,850 miles

vehicle underside has surface rust

Pass 9 Oct 2024 121,159 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 Oct 2024 121,156 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 May 2023 118,500 miles

Centre to front under-trays fitted not allowing for full inspection

Coil spring corroded both front & rear slightly corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front to rear suspension components & under body has slight corrosion

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Bush slightly deteriorated (5.3.2 (c))

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz S-class?

Based on 692,220 MOT tests across 62,130 vehicles.

80.6%
Pass Rate
6,086
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
62,130
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,613
Brake pipe excessively corroded 8,895
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6,706
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 6,018
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,811
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AKZ 2994 is a 1998 Mercedes-benz S-class in Black with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 103,785 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz S-class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,613 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AKZ 2994, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz S-class typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 28 years old, this Mercedes-benz S-class is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AKZ 2994?

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What year was AKZ 2994 registered?

AKZ 2994 is a 1998 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 2 July 1998.

Is AKZ 2994 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AKZ 2994 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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