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A689 JNF

1983 Mercedes-benz 200

Green Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

163,379 mi
Last recorded163,379 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2008
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz 200114,346 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA689 JNF
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2008 163,379 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2007 159,505 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2007 159,505 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 20 Oct 2006 154,159 miles

o/s front panel excess corrosion

o/s/r lower quarter panel excess corrosion

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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A689 JNF is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 200 in Green 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 A689 JNF, 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 A689 JNF registered?

A689 JNF is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 20 September 1983.

Is A689 JNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A689 JNF 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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