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F2 RSP

1998 Mercedes-benz S-class

Black Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

150,575 mi
Last recorded150,575 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2019
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz S-class103,785 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF2 RSP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2019 150,575 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes have slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Feb 2019 150,572 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes have slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2017 149,520 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2017 149,520 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 May 2016 140,700 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 131,306 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Apr 2014 128,055 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012
Pass 30 Mar 2011 110,531 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Mar 2010 101,072 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2009 95,312 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2008 91,617 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 81,713 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Oct 2005 71,689 miles

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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F2 RSP is a 1998 Mercedes-benz S-class in Black with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 F2 RSP, 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 F2 RSP?

You can check the full history of F2 RSP by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was F2 RSP registered?

F2 RSP is a 1998 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 6 August 1998.

Is F2 RSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for F2 RSP shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F2 RSP have outstanding finance?

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