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SAZ 6314

1998 Mercedes-benz 420

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

172,898 mi
Last recorded172,898 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2011
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz 42089,676 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSAZ 6314
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2011 172,898 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

brake pipes rusty in places

n/s/f and o/s/f wings holed

o/s handbrake effort slight low

Fail 30 Jun 2011 172,890 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

brake pipes rusty in places

n/s/f and o/s/f wings holed

o/s handbrake effort slight low

Pass 28 Jun 2010 171,075 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 170,129 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 169,027 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 167,767 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2007 167,767 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 11 Aug 2006 165,493 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 420?

Based on 24,311 MOT tests across 2,343 vehicles.

75.7%
Pass Rate
809
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
2,343
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 647
Brake pipe excessively corroded 577
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 565
brake binding 530
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 479
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SAZ 6314 is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 420 in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 89,676 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 420 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 647 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SAZ 6314, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 420 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 28 years old, this Mercedes-benz 420 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SAZ 6314 registered?

SAZ 6314 is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 20 October 1998.

Is SAZ 6314 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SAZ 6314 shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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