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S688 KHY

1998 Mercedes 814

White Diesel 4000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2010
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

186,572 mi
Last recorded186,572 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2009
Typical for 1998 Mercedes 814179,079 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS688 KHY
MakeMercedes
Model814
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,000cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 14 Aug 2009 186,572 miles

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn rubber bush (2.6.4)

steering box damp.

Pass 21 Aug 2008 175,046 miles

dampness at steering box

Pass 16 Aug 2007 164,334 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 153,485 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2005 137,492 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn rubber bush (2.6.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn rubber bush (2.6.4)

nail in tyre

How Reliable is the Mercedes 814?

Based on 2,035 MOT tests across 258 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
6,960
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
258
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Statutory seat belt missing 32
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 21
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 20
Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush 19
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 16
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S688 KHY is a 1998 Mercedes 814 in White with a 4,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes 814 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 179,079 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes 814 fails its MOT is statutory seat belt missing, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S688 KHY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes 814 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 28 years old, this Mercedes 814 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S688 KHY registered?

S688 KHY is a 1998 Mercedes 814, first registered on 21 September 1998.

Is S688 KHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for S688 KHY shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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