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S366 EKO

1998 Mercedes-benz 300

Blue Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

114,019 mi
Last recorded114,019 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2017
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz 300128,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS366 EKO
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2017 114,019 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2017 114,014 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Oct 2016 104,011 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 91,569 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 84,711 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 77,111 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2013 77,111 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear 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 24 Oct 2012 73,329 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 70,681 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 67,795 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 63,499 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2008 59,240 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 54,851 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 47,127 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2005 36,800 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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S366 EKO is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 300 in Blue with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz 300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 128,155 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 S366 EKO, 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 28 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 S366 EKO registered?

S366 EKO is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S366 EKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for S366 EKO shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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