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R847 UWO

1998 Mercedes-benz 300

Black Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

119,996 mi
Last recorded119,996 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2016
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz 300128,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR847 UWO
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2016 119,996 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Nov 2014 107,914 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2014 107,877 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 31 Oct 2013 102,209 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 98,058 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Nov 2011 92,254 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 86,932 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

advise nearside front fog light inop

Pass 3 Nov 2009 81,473 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2008 74,412 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 67,864 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2007 67,864 miles

Front registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 20 Oct 2006 60,348 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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R847 UWO is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 300 in Black with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R847 UWO, 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.

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What year was R847 UWO registered?

R847 UWO is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 15 July 1998.

Is R847 UWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R847 UWO shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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