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W198 PVR

2000 Mercedes-benz 312

Blue Diesel 2874cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

159,765 mi
Last recorded159,765 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2010
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz 312181,192 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW198 PVR
MakeMercedes-benz
Model312
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,874cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2010 159,765 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 153,392 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2009 153,382 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Mar 2008 141,987 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 136,874 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 134,516 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 312?

Based on 26,257 MOT tests across 2,825 vehicles.

64.4%
Pass Rate
5,215
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
2,825
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,353
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,374
position lamp(s) not working 1,037
parking brake recording little or no effort 1,034
Registration plate lamp not working 1,032
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W198 PVR is a 2000 Mercedes-benz 312 in Blue with a 2,874cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2000 Mercedes-benz 312 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 181,192 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 312 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 3,353 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W198 PVR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 312 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 26 years old, this Mercedes-benz 312 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of W198 PVR?

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What year was W198 PVR registered?

W198 PVR is a 2000 Mercedes-benz 312, first registered on 24 March 2000.

Is W198 PVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for W198 PVR 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.

Does W198 PVR have outstanding finance?

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