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ESE 165T

1979 Mercedes-benz 200

White Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

57,126 mi
Last recorded57,126 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2010
Typical for 1979 Mercedes-benz 20085,097 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationESE 165T
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 14 Jun 2010 57,126 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 56,973 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 56,577 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 56,289 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 55,879 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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ESE 165T is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 200 in White with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Mercedes-benz 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 85,097 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 ESE 165T, 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 47 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 ESE 165T registered?

ESE 165T is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 1 January 1979.

Is ESE 165T safe to buy?

The MOT history for ESE 165T shows 5 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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