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S421 DMV

1998 Mercedes-benz 320

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

236,231 mi
Last recorded236,231 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2019
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz 32092,832 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS421 DMV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model320
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 1 Jul 2019 236,231 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Front All suspension components corrodded

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All up under wheelarch (1.1.11 (c))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive Slight (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear All suspension components corrodded

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Exhaust silencer corrodded

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 320?

Based on 26,334 MOT tests across 2,283 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
4,844
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,283
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 956
Brake pipe excessively corroded 672
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 303
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 294
position lamp(s) not working 249
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S421 DMV is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 320 in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz 320 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 92,832 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-benz 320 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 956 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S421 DMV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 320 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 28 years old, this Mercedes-benz 320 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S421 DMV registered?

S421 DMV is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 320, first registered on 3 November 1998.

Is S421 DMV safe to buy?

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