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A5 RDX

1990 Mercedes-benz 200

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

166,606 mi
Last recorded166,606 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2014
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 200134,787 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 RDX
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year1990
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2014 166,606 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2013 165,849 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2011 164,442 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2011 163,007 miles

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

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

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

propshaft rubber doughnut slip and perished

Pass 28 Jan 2010 161,467 miles

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

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

n/s/f wheel slight noise

Fail 28 Jan 2010 161,467 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

n/s/f wheel slight noise

Pass 27 Jan 2009 159,529 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2009 159,529 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 29 Jan 2008 157,440 miles

Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 29 Jan 2008 157,440 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 154,744 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 16 Jan 2006 151,860 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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A5 RDX is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 200 in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1990 Mercedes-benz 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 134,787 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 A5 RDX, 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 36 years old, this Mercedes-benz 200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A5 RDX registered?

A5 RDX is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 9 February 1990.

Is A5 RDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 RDX shows 12 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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