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BNZ 3368

1987 Mercedes-benz 200

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

214,016 mi
Last recorded214,016 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2006
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 200134,392 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNZ 3368
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2006 214,016 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2006 214,016 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.D1)

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.D1)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

free play in handbrake

prop shaft has free play in rubber mounting

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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BNZ 3368 is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 200 in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1987 Mercedes-benz 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.7% with a typical mileage of 134,392 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 BNZ 3368, 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 39 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 BNZ 3368 registered?

BNZ 3368 is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 1 January 1987.

Is BNZ 3368 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BNZ 3368 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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