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F292 RHM

1989 Mercedes-benz 200

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2023
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

154,609 mi
Last recorded154,609 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2022
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 200139,572 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF292 RHM
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2022 154,609 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

front and rear suspension is all rusty

Pass 8 Jan 2021 154,606 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2020 154,609 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Fail 7 Jan 2020 154,609 miles

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2019 154,609 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Fail 7 Jan 2019 154,609 miles

Nearside Front Inner Body component corroded and likely to cause injury arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Floor in such a condition it is likely to cause load insecurity or instability (6.2.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 27 Dec 2017 154,809 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 154,609 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 23 Nov 2015 153,077 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 151,401 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 149,215 miles

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

Fail 10 Feb 2014 149,210 miles

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

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

Fail 3 Feb 2014 149,176 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Radius arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Pass 20 Feb 2013 144,857 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 140,178 miles

rear propshaft roto flex coupling detiorated

Fail 17 Feb 2012 139,986 miles

Rear Fluid suspension pipe leaking (2.4.D.2)

rear propshaft roto flex coupling detiorated

Pass 2 Mar 2011 134,456 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2011 134,447 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 8 Feb 2010 129,391 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 128,194 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 124,409 miles

Steering box slightly leaking

Pass 8 Feb 2007 120,297 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2006 116,233 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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F292 RHM is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 200 in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 1989 Mercedes-benz 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 139,572 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 F292 RHM, 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 37 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 F292 RHM registered?

F292 RHM is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 20 February 1989.

Is F292 RHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for F292 RHM shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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