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BM02 TES

2008 Mercedes-benz 200

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

193,006 mi
Last recorded193,006 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz 20080,365 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBM02 TES
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2025 193,006 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2018 112,219 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2018 112,219 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements both (0.1 (d))

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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BM02 TES is a 2008 Mercedes-benz 200 in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes-benz 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 80,365 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BM02 TES, 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 18 years old, this Mercedes-benz 200 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BM02 TES?

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What year was BM02 TES registered?

BM02 TES is a 2008 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is BM02 TES safe to buy?

The MOT history for BM02 TES shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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