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S251 SWF

1998 Mercedes 814D

Silver Diesel 4250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

196,567 mi
Last recorded196,567 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2005
Typical for 1998 Mercedes 814D148,684 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS251 SWF
MakeMercedes
Model814D
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,250cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2005 196,567 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2005 196,567 miles

Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.3)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.3)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.3)

Rear Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicle structure (5.1.B.2a)

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (6.3.1a)

How Reliable is the Mercedes 814D?

Based on 863 MOT tests across 115 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
6,172
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
115
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Service brake: efficiency below requirements 18
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14
brake binding 12
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12
Brake hose bulging under pressure 11
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S251 SWF is a 1998 Mercedes 814D in Silver with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes 814D models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 148,684 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes 814D fails its MOT is service brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S251 SWF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes 814D typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Mercedes 814D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S251 SWF?

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What year was S251 SWF registered?

S251 SWF is a 1998 Mercedes 814D, first registered on 1 December 1998.

Is S251 SWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S251 SWF shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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