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S138 UUJ

1998 Mercedes-benz 300

Blue Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2015
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

141,402 mi
Last recorded141,402 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2014
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz 300128,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS138 UUJ
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2014 141,402 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2013 124,755 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2011 116,843 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 116,533 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 112,142 miles

car corroding in variuos places

engine covers +under trays

exhaust heavly corroded

front +rear brake pipes corroding

front anti roll bar bushes worn

front pads on limit

oil leak

rear discs heavly corroded +worn

rear n plate seperating

Pass 9 Dec 2009 107,397 miles

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

Fail 8 Dec 2009 107,397 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 8 Dec 2008 101,822 miles

brake pipes corroding

chip on screen

plastic skirts fitted

rear discs corroded

rear no. plate seperating

slight play in o/s/f wheel

under trays fitted

Pass 10 Dec 2007 97,353 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 92,161 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2006 92,161 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

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

n/s/f side light dim brake pedal fades under pressure

Pass 14 Dec 2005 87,734 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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S138 UUJ is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 300 in Blue 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 S138 UUJ, 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

How do I check the history of S138 UUJ?

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What year was S138 UUJ registered?

S138 UUJ is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S138 UUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S138 UUJ 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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