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B101 HEW

1985 Mercedes-benz 200

Green Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

155,233 mi
Last recorded155,233 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2011
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz 200118,678 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB101 HEW
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year1985
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2011 155,233 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2010 150,951 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 29 Oct 2009 150,101 miles

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Sep 2008 147,142 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 20 Oct 2006
Fail 18 Oct 2006

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Rear Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 26 Oct 2005 145,020 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2005 145,020 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

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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B101 HEW is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 200 in Green with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1985 Mercedes-benz 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 118,678 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 B101 HEW, 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 41 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 B101 HEW registered?

B101 HEW is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 9 April 1985.

Is B101 HEW safe to buy?

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