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S372 UBP

1998 Mercedes-benz 230

Silver Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

114,733 mi
Last recorded114,733 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2017
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz 23085,106 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS372 UBP
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2017 114,733 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint both (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 20 Jul 2017 114,733 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint both (2.4.G.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 15 Jul 2016 111,854 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015
Fail 17 Jul 2015

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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

Pass 11 Jul 2014 103,065 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in front tyre

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

Oil leak

Fail 18 Jul 2013 99,246 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 18 Jul 2013 99,246 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 13 Jul 2012 96,983 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 94,519 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 91,043 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Jul 2009 86,372 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 81,545 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 77,788 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2006 72,641 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 230?

Based on 68,016 MOT tests across 8,576 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
1,918
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
8,576
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,934
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,565
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,276
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 1,500
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,463
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S372 UBP is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 230 in Silver with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz 230 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 85,106 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 230 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 2,934 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S372 UBP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 230 typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 28 years old, this Mercedes-benz 230 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S372 UBP registered?

S372 UBP is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 16 October 1998.

Is S372 UBP safe to buy?

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