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S291 BTT

1998 Mercedes 614D

Yellow Diesel 4250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2015
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

307,608 mi
Last recorded307,608 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2014
Typical for 1998 Mercedes 614D190,432 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS291 BTT
MakeMercedes
Model614D
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,250cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2014 307,608 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 9 Oct 2013 289,838 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 279,149 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 265,973 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 247,085 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 226,234 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2008 199,991 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 3 Oct 2008 199,991 miles

Rear Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 5 Oct 2007 175,272 miles

Offside rear brake caliper damp

Pass 6 Oct 2006 149,285 miles

Nearside mirror secured with tape.

Pass 6 Oct 2005 117,440 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes 614D?

Based on 1,351 MOT tests across 150 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
14,552
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
150
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 19
Brake hose bulging under pressure 14
Drag link end ball joint has excessive play 12
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 11
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 10
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S291 BTT is a 1998 Mercedes 614D in Yellow with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes 614D models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 190,432 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes 614D fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S291 BTT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes 614D typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Mercedes 614D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S291 BTT registered?

S291 BTT is a 1998 Mercedes 614D, first registered on 9 October 1998.

Is S291 BTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for S291 BTT shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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