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B479 RHC

1985 Mercedes-benz 200

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

63,134 mi
Last recorded63,134 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz 200118,678 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB479 RHC
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 63,134 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2024 62,846 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 62,561 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 62,284 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 62,008 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 61,809 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 61,588 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 61,144 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 60,033 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 59,979 miles

Front Fuel hose slightly damaged to carburettor (7.2.2)

Front number plate cracked

Fail 30 Sep 2016 59,976 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

Front Fuel hose slightly damaged to carburettor (7.2.2)

Front number plate cracked

Pass 20 Aug 2015 59,963 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 59,193 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Pass 11 Sep 2013 57,793 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 57,759 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 57,680 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 56,885 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 56,666 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2009 56,664 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 10 Sep 2008 56,413 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2008 56,413 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 10 Sep 2007 56,063 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2007 56,063 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 6 Sep 2006 55,645 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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B479 RHC is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 200 in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 B479 RHC, 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 B479 RHC registered?

B479 RHC is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B479 RHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for B479 RHC shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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