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S742 KSA

1998 Mercedes-benz 212

Red Diesel 2874cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

155,915 mi
Last recorded155,915 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz 212145,506 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS742 KSA
MakeMercedes-benz
Model212
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,874cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 155,915 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2025 155,915 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2024 151,431 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 Oct 2023 148,682 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2023 148,682 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 19 Sep 2022 144,335 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2021 131,133 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

under side undersealed

Fail 18 Sep 2021 131,133 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

under side undersealed

Pass 8 Sep 2020 128,705 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 124,789 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 118,043 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 117,048 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2016 117,034 miles

Braking system leaking above tank (3.6.A.1)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Brake performance not tested due to leaking pipe (3.7.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Jul 2015 112,078 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 102,131 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 97,629 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 96,156 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 94,362 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2009 91,105 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 89,584 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2008 89,576 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 18 Oct 2007 85,616 miles

Offside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 18 Oct 2007 85,616 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Oct 2006 76,604 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 18 Oct 2006 76,604 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 212?

Based on 1,859 MOT tests across 210 vehicles.

67.2%
Pass Rate
5,433
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
210
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 174
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 93
Registration plate lamp not working 68
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 65
Stop lamp not working 64
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S742 KSA is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 212 in Red with a 2,874cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz 212 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 145,506 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 212 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 174 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S742 KSA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 212 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 28 years old, this Mercedes-benz 212 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S742 KSA registered?

S742 KSA is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 212, first registered on 1 November 1998.

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