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B450 TEC

1985 Mercedes-benz 200

Cream Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

68,004 mi
Last recorded68,004 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2021
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz 200118,678 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB450 TEC
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year1985
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2021 68,004 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2020 69,709 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2020 67,703 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Pass 16 Aug 2019 67,488 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 66,278 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2017 66,296 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 24 Sep 2016 66,264 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2016 66,257 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2015 66,005 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 64,822 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 63,081 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 62,417 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2011 62,417 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2010 61,748 miles

slight blow on exhaust system

Pass 7 Jul 2009 60,690 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

age cracks in offside rear tyre

Pass 9 Jul 2008 59,437 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2007 57,840 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 55,672 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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B450 TEC is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 200 in Cream with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 B450 TEC, 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 B450 TEC registered?

B450 TEC is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B450 TEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for B450 TEC shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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