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JOE 814W

1998 Mercedes-benz S-class

Silver Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

65,261 mi
Last recorded65,261 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2019
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz S-class103,785 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJOE 814W
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2019 65,261 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 64,157 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 64,092 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2013 64,092 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Anti-roll bar slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

washer bottle leaking

Pass 7 Nov 2012 63,266 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 60,607 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2010 59,666 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Aug 2010 59,666 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 57,655 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 55,738 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2007 54,101 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 51,661 miles

Offside Front Lower coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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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JOE 814W is a 1998 Mercedes-benz S-class in Silver with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 JOE 814W, 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.

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What year was JOE 814W registered?

JOE 814W is a 1998 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 29 January 1998.

Is JOE 814W safe to buy?

The MOT history for JOE 814W shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JOE 814W have outstanding finance?

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