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VFZ 4234

1998 Mercedes Unknown

Silver Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

103,030 mi
Last recorded103,030 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Mercedes Unknown238,375 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVFZ 4234
MakeMercedes
ModelUnknown
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 103,030 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2024 98,364 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear diff seal weaping

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 8 Aug 2024 98,363 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear diff seal weaping

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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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VFZ 4234 is a 1998 Mercedes Unknown in Silver with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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

How do I check the history of VFZ 4234?

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What year was VFZ 4234 registered?

VFZ 4234 is a 1998 Mercedes Unknown, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is VFZ 4234 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VFZ 4234 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VFZ 4234 have outstanding finance?

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