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BEY 468W

1981 Mercedes-benz 200

Yellow Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

188,039 mi
Last recorded188,039 miles
Recorded on12 May 2012
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz 200103,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBEY 468W
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year1981
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2012 188,039 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 184,900 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 18,084 miles

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

Fail 15 May 2010 18,084 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 13 May 2009 177,135 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 173,296 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 165,925 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2006 158,619 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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BEY 468W is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 200 in Yellow with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1981 Mercedes-benz 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 103,832 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 BEY 468W, 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 45 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 BEY 468W registered?

BEY 468W is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 5 May 1981.

Is BEY 468W safe to buy?

The MOT history for BEY 468W shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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