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S248 ORV

1999 Mercedes-benz 300

Green Diesel 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2013
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

212,677 mi
Last recorded212,677 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2012
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz 300123,357 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS248 ORV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 9 Mar 2012 212,677 miles

front antiroll bar bushes worn

front discs pitted/corroded

headlamp pattern poor

Pass 3 Nov 2011 207,975 miles

headlamp pattern poor, trailing arm bushes perished, front antiroll b ushes worn, underbody corrosion

Pass 23 May 2011 198,679 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

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

rear brake discs pitted

Pass 14 May 2010 178,772 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2009 164,565 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2008 149,850 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2007 142,090 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 137,951 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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S248 ORV is a 1999 Mercedes-benz 300 in Green with a 3,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1999 Mercedes-benz 300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 123,357 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 S248 ORV, 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 27 years old, this Mercedes-benz 300 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S248 ORV registered?

S248 ORV is a 1999 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is S248 ORV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S248 ORV shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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