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R758 JEV

1998 Mercedes-benz 220

Black Petrol 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

103,059 mi
Last recorded103,059 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2024
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz 22099,618 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR758 JEV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2024 103,059 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective rubber missing (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Jan 2024 103,059 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Central Exhaust mounting defective rubber missing (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jan 2023 94,968 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 87,479 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2022 87,478 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Jan 2021 85,389 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Under-covers fitted

Pass 14 Jan 2020 83,033 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2018 79,440 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 76,874 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 76,002 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 75,127 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 74,983 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 74,956 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2012 74,833 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 74,696 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 74,828 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 74,424 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 74,174 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2008 74,174 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Pass 3 Dec 2007 73,966 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 73,721 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2005 73,519 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 220?

Based on 33,471 MOT tests across 3,542 vehicles.

74.7%
Pass Rate
5,200
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
3,542
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,264
Brake pipe excessively corroded 944
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 428
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 412
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 328
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R758 JEV is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 220 in Black with a 2,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 99,618 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 220 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,264 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R758 JEV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 220 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 28 years old, this Mercedes-benz 220 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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R758 JEV is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 25 June 1998.

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