MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
364,622 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 220?
Based on 33,471 MOT tests across 3,542 vehicles.
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S996 YGY is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 220 in Cream with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 99,618 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 220 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,264 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S996 YGY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Mercedes-benz 220 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 28 years old, this Mercedes-benz 220 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of S996 YGY?
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What year was S996 YGY registered?
S996 YGY is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 31 December 1998.
Is S996 YGY safe to buy?
The MOT history for S996 YGY 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 S996 YGY have outstanding finance?
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