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C597 WLL

1986 Mercedes-benz 200

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

173,979 mi
Last recorded173,979 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2019
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz 200118,771 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC597 WLL
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year1986
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2019 173,979 miles

Offside Front Front passenger door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Fail 5 Aug 2019 173,979 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Front passenger door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2017 173,870 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2017 173,870 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Nov 2015 173,834 miles

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 173,141 miles

Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Apr 2013 172,387 miles

Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Oct 2011 171,686 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 170,444 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 169,851 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 169,202 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2008 169,202 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Jul 2007 168,047 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 165,148 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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C597 WLL is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 200 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 C597 WLL, 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 C597 WLL registered?

C597 WLL is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 7 November 1986.

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