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D479 ABJ

1986 Mercedes-benz 200

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2007
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

144,369 mi
Last recorded144,369 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2006
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz 200118,771 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD479 ABJ
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year1986
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 9 Nov 2006 144,369 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Nov 2005 144,369 miles

Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

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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D479 ABJ is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 200 in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 D479 ABJ, 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 D479 ABJ registered?

D479 ABJ is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 14 August 1986.

Is D479 ABJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for D479 ABJ shows 2 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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