CarVerify

Free Car Check

R722 XKP

1998 Mercedes-benz 320

Blue Petrol 3200cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

143,662 mi
Last recorded143,662 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2019
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz 32092,832 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

RegistrationR722 XKP
MakeMercedes-benz
Model320
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,200cc

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

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2019 143,662 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2018 137,528 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded Various brake pipes (3.6.B.2c)

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

Oil leak Engine oil ()

Pass 6 Mar 2017 130,819 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2016 129,657 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2016 129,657 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion wing (6.1.C.1)

Pass 11 Mar 2015 128,362 miles

REAR SUSPENSION PIPE RUSTY

Pass 4 Mar 2014 127,584 miles

Oil leak

Pass 20 Mar 2013 125,777 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 124,463 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 123,279 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 122,400 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 120,780 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2009 120,780 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

cut in sidewall on nearside front tyre

Pass 18 Jan 2008 116,014 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 13 Feb 2007 108,209 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 16 Feb 2006 102,566 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 16 Feb 2006 102,566 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 320?

Based on 26,334 MOT tests across 2,283 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
4,844
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,283
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 956
Brake pipe excessively corroded 672
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 303
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 294
position lamp(s) not working 249
Full Mercedes-benz 320 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

R722 XKP is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 320 in Blue with a 3,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz 320 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 92,832 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 320 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 956 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R722 XKP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 320 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 28 years old, this Mercedes-benz 320 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R722 XKP?

You can check the full history of R722 XKP by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R722 XKP registered?

R722 XKP is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 320, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R722 XKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R722 XKP shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R722 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 R722 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.