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S194 SDX

1998 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

199,650 mi
Last recorded199,650 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2010
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Vito123,856 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS194 SDX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2010 199,650 miles

N/S/F inner CV gaiter split

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 20 Apr 2010 199,622 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

N/S/F inner CV gaiter split

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 28 Jan 2010 199,432 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

NS inner CV gaiter split.

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

OS inner CV gaiter split.

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 23 Jan 2009 188,163 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 166,585 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 166,363 miles

slight oil leak from sump drain plug

Pass 17 Aug 2006 163,571 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Vito?

Based on 2,011,702 MOT tests across 164,434 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
9,235
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
164,434
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 49,564
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 46,783
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 43,234
Brake pipe excessively corroded 37,987
Stop lamp not working 33,048
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S194 SDX is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.4% with a typical mileage of 123,856 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Vito fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 49,564 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S194 SDX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Vito typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vito is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S194 SDX registered?

S194 SDX is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 12 October 1998.

Is S194 SDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S194 SDX shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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