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GF51 VXL

2001 Mercedes-benz 200

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2016
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

109,422 mi
Last recorded109,422 miles
Recorded on13 May 2015
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz 20073,262 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF51 VXL
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc
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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 May 2015 109,422 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 2 May 2014 106,043 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 May 2014 106,043 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2013 102,921 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 4 May 2012 98,524 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 94,740 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 87,973 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2010 87,915 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 27 Apr 2009 70,399 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

slight binding to nearside rear parking brake

Pass 17 Apr 2008 52,865 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2008 52,861 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Apr 2007 44,781 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2007 44,781 miles

Nearside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (1.7.4a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (1.7.4a)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

o/s steering rack worn

Pass 16 Aug 2006 39,633 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2006 38,611 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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GF51 VXL is a 2001 Mercedes-benz 200 in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes-benz 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 73,262 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GF51 VXL, 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 25 years old, this Mercedes-benz 200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GF51 VXL registered?

GF51 VXL is a 2001 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is GF51 VXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF51 VXL shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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