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XDZ 9130

1998 Mercedes 814

Yellow Diesel 2874cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

182,431 mi
Last recorded182,431 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 1998 Mercedes 814179,079 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXDZ 9130
MakeMercedes
Model814
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,874cc
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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 182,431 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2025 151,261 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 134,557 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2024 133,462 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2024 133,160 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2023 110,822 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2022 88,384 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 68,763 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2020 68,760 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2019 52,330 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 32,040 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2018 31,873 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 97,275 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2017 9,409 miles

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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XDZ 9130 is a 1998 Mercedes 814 in Yellow with a 2,874cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XDZ 9130, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XDZ 9130?

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What year was XDZ 9130 registered?

XDZ 9130 is a 1998 Mercedes 814, first registered on 1 January 1998.

Is XDZ 9130 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XDZ 9130 shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XDZ 9130 have outstanding finance?

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