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A240 SSN

1983 Mercedes-benz 200

White Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

117,047 mi
Last recorded117,047 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2008
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz 200114,346 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA240 SSN
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2008 117,047 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

water leak from pump.

Pass 20 Aug 2007 115,922 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

offside rear tyre perished.

Fail 20 Aug 2007 115,922 miles

Offside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

offside rear tyre perished.

Pass 31 Aug 2006 115,312 miles

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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A240 SSN is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 200 in White with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1983 Mercedes-benz 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 114,346 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 A240 SSN, 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 43 years old, this Mercedes-benz 200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A240 SSN registered?

A240 SSN is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 4 November 1983.

Is A240 SSN safe to buy?

The MOT history for A240 SSN shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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