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C445 BYV

1985 Mercedes-benz 200

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

88,192 mi
Last recorded88,192 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2013
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz 200118,678 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC445 BYV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2013 88,192 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2012 87,796 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 87,796 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2011 85,055 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 12 Aug 2011 85,055 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 82,367 miles

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

Fail 12 Aug 2010 82,367 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 27 Jan 2009 78,266 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 74,792 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 71,539 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 68,517 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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C445 BYV is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 200 in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1985 Mercedes-benz 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 118,678 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 C445 BYV, 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 41 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 C445 BYV registered?

C445 BYV is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 25 August 1985.

Is C445 BYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for C445 BYV shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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