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AHJ 273C

2003 Mercedes-benz 200

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2022
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

23,638 mi
Last recorded23,638 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz 20079,525 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAHJ 273C
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2021 23,638 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose Rear two robber mount missing (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 31 Dec 2020 23,634 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play Central link (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose Rear two robber mount missing (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 17 Mar 2009 23,484 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 23,375 miles
Fail 31 May 2007 23,287 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 8 Apr 2006 23,086 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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AHJ 273C is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 200 in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes-benz 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 79,525 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 AHJ 273C, 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 23 years old, this Mercedes-benz 200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AHJ 273C registered?

AHJ 273C is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 11 March 2003.

Is AHJ 273C safe to buy?

The MOT history for AHJ 273C shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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