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S592 MBY

1998 Mercedes-benz 230

Silver Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

64,796 mi
Last recorded64,796 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz 23085,106 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS592 MBY
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 64,796 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2025 63,780 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective nearside and offside (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2024 63,443 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2023 62,614 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 61,690 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2021 61,690 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Dec 2020 61,649 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2019 61,393 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 60,833 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 60,058 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 59,250 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 58,661 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 57,826 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 56,106 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 53,840 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 51,962 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2011 51,962 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Dec 2010 48,796 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 43,793 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2008 38,955 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2007 36,617 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 34,983 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
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S592 MBY is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 230 in Silver with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 S592 MBY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S592 MBY registered?

S592 MBY is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S592 MBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for S592 MBY shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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