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DGH 987X

1981 Mercedes-benz 200

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

73,973 mi
Last recorded73,973 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2008
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz 200103,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDGH 987X
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 20 Aug 2008 73,973 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 69,887 miles

Brake lines have some corrosion

Minor damage to the front registration plate

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 11 Aug 2006 67,149 miles

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

Nearside Front Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)

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

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

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

body rusting

front no. plate has damage

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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DGH 987X is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 200 in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Mercedes-benz 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 103,832 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 DGH 987X, 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 45 years old, this Mercedes-benz 200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DGH 987X registered?

DGH 987X is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 9 November 1981.

Is DGH 987X safe to buy?

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