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B434 BAR

1985 Mercedes-benz 200

White Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

117,556 mi
Last recorded117,556 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2011
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz 200118,678 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB434 BAR
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2011 117,556 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

front no plate light slightly deterioated

Fail 26 Aug 2011 117,556 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

front no plate light slightly deterioated

Fail 11 Aug 2010 115,709 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Aug 2010 115,709 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 115,144 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 114,086 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 113,096 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Aug 2006 111,437 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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B434 BAR is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 200 in White 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 B434 BAR, 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 B434 BAR registered?

B434 BAR is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 19 February 1985.

Is B434 BAR safe to buy?

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