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A46 SYT

1983 Mercedes-benz 200

Cream Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2023
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

93,086 mi
Last recorded93,086 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2022
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz 200114,346 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA46 SYT
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year1983
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2022 93,086 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))

Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated In hub o/s and n/s (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2021 91,679 miles

Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated o/s and n/s in hub (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Feb 2019 86,356 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 83,385 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 80,274 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

off side front head light glass small chip

Fail 26 Feb 2016 80,274 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

off side front head light glass small chip

Pass 26 Mar 2014 75,045 miles
Fail 26 May 2010 68,518 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2010 68,518 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 61,385 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 58,146 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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A46 SYT is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 200 in Cream with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 A46 SYT, 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 A46 SYT registered?

A46 SYT is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 1 September 1983.

Is A46 SYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for A46 SYT shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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