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S172 CGK

1998 Mercedes-benz 320

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

73,071 mi
Last recorded73,071 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2026
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz 32092,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS172 CGK
MakeMercedes-benz
Model320
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2026 73,071 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 31 Jan 2026 73,070 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Jan 2025 70,141 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2024 69,224 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2023 67,473 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 61,343 miles

Engine covers & Under trays fitted obscuring the view to some components

MOT test carried out to amend/correct Chassis Number

Rear suspension pipes corroded (N/S/R location of vehicle)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear discs (3.5.1i)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 320?

Based on 26,334 MOT tests across 2,283 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
4,844
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,283
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 956
Brake pipe excessively corroded 672
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 303
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 294
position lamp(s) not working 249
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S172 CGK is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 320 in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz 320 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 92,832 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 320 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 956 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S172 CGK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 320 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 28 years old, this Mercedes-benz 320 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S172 CGK?

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What year was S172 CGK registered?

S172 CGK is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 320, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S172 CGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for S172 CGK shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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