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S878 BHR

1998 Mercedes Unknown

White Diesel 5958cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2021
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

592,335 mi
Last recorded592,335 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2019
Typical for 1998 Mercedes Unknown238,375 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS878 BHR
MakeMercedes
ModelUnknown
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine5,958cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2019 592,335 miles

Nearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed 4th (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear mud guards & anti sprays not fitted

Upper Seat belt slightly damaged mount (7.1.2 (b) (i))

no side marker lamps fitted

Fail 30 Jul 2019 592,335 miles

Nearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed 4th (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear mud guards & anti sprays not fitted

Upper Seat belt slightly damaged mount (7.1.2 (b) (i))

no side marker lamps fitted

How Reliable is the Mercedes Unknown?

Based on 11,881 MOT tests across 4,378 vehicles.

79.2%
Pass Rate
3,416
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
4,378
On UK Roads
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S878 BHR is a 1998 Mercedes Unknown in White with a 5,958cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 238,375 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S878 BHR registered?

S878 BHR is a 1998 Mercedes Unknown, first registered on 20 November 1998.

Is S878 BHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for S878 BHR shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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