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S55 FBC

1998 Mercedes-benz 230

Silver Petrol 2298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

60,279 mi
Last recorded60,279 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz 23085,106 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS55 FBC
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,298cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 60,279 miles

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

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Wheel bearing has slight play n/s/f + o/s/f (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2025 54,609 miles

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Jul 2025 54,608 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Position lamp switch insecure (4.2.2 (b))

Rear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2024 48,622 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 44,963 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 42,826 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 40,098 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2020 40,098 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 30 May 2019 37,308 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2018 32,756 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2017 29,478 miles

Engine oil leak

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 23 Jun 2016 25,515 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 20,965 miles
Fail 22 May 2015 20,965 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jun 2014 18,022 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 15,216 miles

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 May 2012 12,670 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 17 Jan 2011 9,866 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 9,426 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2009 9,426 miles

Front registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Rear registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Pass 24 May 2008 9,071 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 8,969 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 8,329 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
Full Mercedes-benz 230 reliability report

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S55 FBC is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 230 in Silver with a 2,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 S55 FBC, 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.

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What year was S55 FBC registered?

S55 FBC is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 14 December 1998.

Is S55 FBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S55 FBC shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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