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C233 RGM

1986 Mercedes-benz 200

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2007
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

117,636 mi
Last recorded117,636 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2006
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz 200118,771 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC233 RGM
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2006 117,636 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2006 117,636 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 12 Aug 2005 117,462 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2005 117,462 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

bonnet struts defective

corrosion started around o/s/f and o/s/r jacking holes,all wheel arches and both o/s doors.

front shock absorber dust covers poor condition.

n/s/r brake hose starting to perish.

rear exhaust box nearside rubber mount perishing.

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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C233 RGM is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 200 in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 C233 RGM, 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 C233 RGM registered?

C233 RGM is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 22 May 1986.

Is C233 RGM safe to buy?

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