CarVerify

Free Car Check

R133 XKP

1998 Mercedes-benz 300

Blue Diesel 2966cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

231,733 mi
Last recorded231,733 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2010
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz 300128,155 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR133 XKP
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,966cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2010 231,733 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 219,260 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both front tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 14 Apr 2008 203,733 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

nearside mirror loosing reflectivness

oil leak at diff oil seal

Fail 4 Apr 2008 203,733 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Direction indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

nearside mirror loosing reflectivness

oil leak at diff oil seal

Pass 6 Apr 2007 186,148 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 4 Apr 2007 186,120 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Mar 2006 159,890 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 300?

Based on 170,654 MOT tests across 18,208 vehicles.

73.5%
Pass Rate
1,831
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
18,208
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 7,440
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,542
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,881
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,985
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 2,687
Full Mercedes-benz 300 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R133 XKP is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 300 in Blue with a 2,966cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz 300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 128,155 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 300 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 7,440 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R133 XKP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 300 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 28 years old, this Mercedes-benz 300 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R133 XKP?

You can check the full history of R133 XKP by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R133 XKP registered?

R133 XKP is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R133 XKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R133 XKP shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R133 XKP have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R133 XKP. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.