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S898 NFV

1998 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

144,558 mi
Last recorded144,558 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2007
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Ml104,424 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS898 NFV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 3 Mar 2007 144,558 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 134,913 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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S898 NFV is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Ml in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 S898 NFV, 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

How do I check the history of S898 NFV?

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What year was S898 NFV registered?

S898 NFV is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 8 October 1998.

Is S898 NFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S898 NFV shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S898 NFV have outstanding finance?

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