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S583 JRK

1998 Mercedes-benz 200

Silver Petrol 2398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

98,363 mi
Last recorded98,363 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2007
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz 20088,980 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS583 JRK
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,398cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2007 98,363 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2007 98,363 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Mar 2006 93,350 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 200?

Based on 54,250 MOT tests across 7,909 vehicles.

70.5%
Pass Rate
3,159
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
7,909
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,684
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,565
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,763
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 1,405
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,209
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S583 JRK is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 200 in Silver with a 2,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 88,980 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 200 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 2,684 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S583 JRK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 200 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 28 years old, this Mercedes-benz 200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S583 JRK registered?

S583 JRK is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S583 JRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for S583 JRK shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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