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S887 JTX

1998 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

108,662 mi
Last recorded108,662 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2023
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Ml104,424 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS887 JTX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2023 108,662 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 4 Oct 2022 108,451 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2022 108,451 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Oct 2021 107,292 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 105,750 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2019 104,289 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 99,792 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 96,118 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2016 93,062 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 88,717 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2014 87,174 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Oct 2014 87,174 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 84,588 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2013 84,578 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Pass 29 Sep 2012 82,181 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 79,113 miles

Front brake pads low

Pass 29 Sep 2010 76,143 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Sep 2009 71,852 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 66,866 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 63,779 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 59,297 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Ml?

Based on 1,172,506 MOT tests across 81,226 vehicles.

74.7%
Pass Rate
6,943
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
81,226
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 27,881
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 27,032
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22,074
Brake pipe excessively corroded 21,608
Registration plate lamp not working 19,483
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S887 JTX is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz Ml models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 104,424 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Ml fails its MOT is track rod end ball joint has excessive play, accounting for 27,881 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S887 JTX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S887 JTX registered?

S887 JTX is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 15 October 1998.

Is S887 JTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S887 JTX shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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