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A348 SJD

1983 Mercedes-benz 200

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

126,895 mi
Last recorded126,895 miles
Recorded on18 May 2012
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz 200114,346 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA348 SJD
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2012 126,895 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2011 122,602 miles
Fail 25 May 2010 122,494 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 25 May 2010 122,494 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 122,466 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2a)

Pass 19 Oct 2007 121,899 miles

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

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

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

front brakes just in balance

Pass 3 Oct 2006 119,680 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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A348 SJD is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 200 in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 A348 SJD, 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 A348 SJD registered?

A348 SJD is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 19 September 1983.

Is A348 SJD safe to buy?

The MOT history for A348 SJD shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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