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A312 GBE

1983 Mercedes-benz 200

Green Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2008
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

169,184 mi
Last recorded169,184 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2007
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz 200114,346 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA312 GBE
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2007 169,184 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2007 169,045 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Aug 2006 162,740 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

n/s front inner wing showing signs of corrosion

Pass 9 Aug 2005 157,107 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2005 157,031 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

battery insecure

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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A312 GBE is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 200 in Green with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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

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 A312 GBE, 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.

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What year was A312 GBE registered?

A312 GBE is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 11 November 1983.

Is A312 GBE safe to buy?

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