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A138 YTG

1984 Mercedes-benz 200

Green Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

106,349 mi
Last recorded106,349 miles
Recorded on25 May 2018
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz 200120,405 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA138 YTG
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year1984
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 May 2018 106,349 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 106,327 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 106,240 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 105,940 miles

Oil leak

Fail 2 Jun 2014 105,940 miles

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 3 Jun 2013 105,677 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 8 Jun 2012 105,301 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 1 Jun 2012 105,301 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 104,645 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 104,265 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2010 104,265 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2009 103,809 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 103,387 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Jun 2007 102,921 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 102,239 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2005 100,435 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 200?

Based on 54,250 MOT tests across 7,909 vehicles.

70.5%
Pass Rate
3,159
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
7,909
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,684
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,565
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,763
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 1,405
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,209
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A138 YTG is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 200 in Green with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1984 Mercedes-benz 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 120,405 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 200 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 2,684 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A138 YTG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 200 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 42 years old, this Mercedes-benz 200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A138 YTG registered?

A138 YTG is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 26 June 1984.

Is A138 YTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for A138 YTG shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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