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S449 HGX

1998 Mercedes-benz 320

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2021
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

58,364 mi
Last recorded58,364 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2021
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz 32092,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS449 HGX
MakeMercedes-benz
Model320
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Fail 30 Nov 2021 58,364 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Pass 30 Nov 2020 57,949 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone ship in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2019 57,128 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2019 57,127 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure splits in inner side wall and worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure splits in inner side wall and worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Dec 2018 56,235 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2017 55,605 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2017 55,488 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Dec 2016 54,474 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2016 54,435 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 12 Nov 2015 52,032 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2015 52,032 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 19 Nov 2014 49,845 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 46,565 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 44,898 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 43,095 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2010 40,664 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 37,611 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 33,677 miles

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

Fail 23 Oct 2008 33,676 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 3 Nov 2007 29,760 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 26,658 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2005 22,493 miles

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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S449 HGX is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 320 in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 S449 HGX, 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 S449 HGX registered?

S449 HGX is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 320, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S449 HGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S449 HGX shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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