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R193 SGC

1998 Mercedes-benz 300

Red Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,984 mi
Last recorded23,984 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2017
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz 300128,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR193 SGC
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 4 Oct 2017 23,984 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (3.5.1g)

Front coil spring corroded both side (2.4.C.1b)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2016 23,699 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2015 22,903 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 22,463 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 22,071 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 21,637 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 20,548 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 19,891 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 18,712 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 24 May 2008 17,815 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 16,852 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 14,963 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
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R193 SGC is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 300 in Red with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R193 SGC, 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

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What year was R193 SGC registered?

R193 SGC is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 1 June 1998.

Is R193 SGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R193 SGC shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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