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S184 SWC

1998 Mercedes-benz 200

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

89,340 mi
Last recorded89,340 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2020
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz 20088,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS184 SWC
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2020 89,340 miles

slight corrosion on underside of car

slight play in front wheels

Fail 11 Sep 2020 89,330 miles

Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

slight corrosion on underside of car

slight play in front wheels

Pass 2 Sep 2019 89,067 miles

emissions close to limits

front and rear discs slightly worn

slight play in front d bushes

Pass 4 Aug 2018 85,204 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 82,255 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 78,643 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2016 78,643 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Aug 2015 74,776 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2014 70,601 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 19 Jul 2014 70,601 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 66,588 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 62,631 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

both front tyres damaged on sidewalls

Pass 20 Jul 2011 57,099 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Jun 2010 52,956 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

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

n/s/f & o/s/r tyres side walls cut

Pass 24 Jan 2009 50,001 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 47,984 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2006 41,883 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2006 41,883 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 200?

Based on 54,250 MOT tests across 7,909 vehicles.

70.5%
Pass Rate
3,159
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
7,909
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,684
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,565
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,763
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 1,405
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,209
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S184 SWC is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 200 in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 88,980 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 200 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 2,684 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S184 SWC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 200 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 28 years old, this Mercedes-benz 200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S184 SWC registered?

S184 SWC is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S184 SWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S184 SWC shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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