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S331 XNP

1998 Mercedes-benz 220

Black Petrol 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

114,292 mi
Last recorded114,292 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2008
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz 22099,618 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS331 XNP
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2008 114,292 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 11 Sep 2006 84,963 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2006 84,963 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 220?

Based on 33,471 MOT tests across 3,542 vehicles.

74.7%
Pass Rate
5,200
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
3,542
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,264
Brake pipe excessively corroded 944
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 428
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 412
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 328
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S331 XNP is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 220 in Black with a 2,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 99,618 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 220 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,264 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S331 XNP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 220 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 28 years old, this Mercedes-benz 220 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S331 XNP registered?

S331 XNP is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 1 September 1998.

Is S331 XNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S331 XNP shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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