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B184 PLT

1985 Mercedes-benz 200

Blue Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

108,154 mi
Last recorded108,154 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2021
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz 200118,678 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB184 PLT
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2021 108,154 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced Anti roll bar in wheel arch (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2020 106,703 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 104,256 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 102,529 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 99,050 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 98,098 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2016 98,098 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 12 Mar 2015 91,642 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 88,483 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2014 88,483 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 11 Apr 2013 87,735 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 87,304 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 86,115 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 84,856 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 83,923 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 82,777 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 81,517 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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B184 PLT is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 200 in Blue with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 B184 PLT, 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.

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What year was B184 PLT registered?

B184 PLT is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 1 July 1985.

Is B184 PLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for B184 PLT shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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