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R329 UKV

1998 Mercedes-benz 212

White Diesel 2874cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

153,895 mi
Last recorded153,895 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2009
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz 212145,506 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR329 UKV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model212
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,874cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 17 Apr 2009 153,895 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 28 Feb 2008 151,186 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Mar 2007 143,281 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 134,711 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 212?

Based on 1,859 MOT tests across 210 vehicles.

67.2%
Pass Rate
5,433
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
210
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 174
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 93
Registration plate lamp not working 68
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 65
Stop lamp not working 64
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R329 UKV is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 212 in White with a 2,874cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz 212 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 145,506 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 212 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 174 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R329 UKV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 212 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 28 years old, this Mercedes-benz 212 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R329 UKV registered?

R329 UKV is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 212, first registered on 19 May 1998.

Is R329 UKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R329 UKV shows 4 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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