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S491 AWP

1999 Mercedes-benz 320

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

77,906 mi
Last recorded77,906 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2008
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz 32092,993 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS491 AWP
MakeMercedes-benz
Model320
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 29 Oct 2008 77,906 miles

Centre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front brake pads worn low, discs generally corroded

Front to rear brake pipes badly corroded, unable to fully assess with undershields and wheels on

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear brake pads worn low

Slight play evident both lower swivel joints

Pass 29 Oct 2008 77,906 miles

Front brake pads worn low, discs generally corroded

Front to rear brake pipes badly corroded, unable to fully assess with undershields and wheels on

Rear brake pads worn low

Slight play evident both lower swivel joints

Pass 31 Jan 2008 75,384 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2008 75,384 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jan 2007 71,460 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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S491 AWP is a 1999 Mercedes-benz 320 in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1999 Mercedes-benz 320 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 92,993 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 S491 AWP, 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 27 years old, this Mercedes-benz 320 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S491 AWP registered?

S491 AWP is a 1999 Mercedes-benz 320, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is S491 AWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S491 AWP shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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