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C162 LBV

1986 Mercedes-benz 200

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2016
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,878 mi
Last recorded34,878 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2015
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz 200118,771 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC162 LBV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 2 Jul 2015 34,878 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 34,798 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 34,664 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 34,535 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2011 34,346 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 34,237 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 34,194 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 33,794 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 33,471 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 32,658 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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C162 LBV is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 200 in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 Mercedes-benz 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 118,771 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 C162 LBV, 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 40 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 C162 LBV registered?

C162 LBV is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 20 March 1986.

Is C162 LBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for C162 LBV shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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