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S817 LWN

1998 Mercedes-benz 200

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

66,754 mi
Last recorded66,754 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2021
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz 20088,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS817 LWN
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2021 66,754 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2020 65,971 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 64,784 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 62,770 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 61,133 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 59,781 miles

Nearside Rear tyre slight cracks

Pass 3 Jul 2015 58,092 miles

corrosion to front coil springs

corrosion to rear axle

Pass 28 Jun 2014 56,446 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2014 56,446 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jul 2013 53,883 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 52,581 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2012 52,581 miles

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

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 51,070 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 48,208 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 46,259 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 7 Jun 2008 44,491 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Jun 2008 44,491 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 42,765 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 41,558 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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S817 LWN is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 200 in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 S817 LWN, 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 S817 LWN registered?

S817 LWN is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 2 September 1998.

Is S817 LWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for S817 LWN shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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