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GIL 7881

1991 Mercedes-benz 200

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

149,467 mi
Last recorded149,467 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2011
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 200138,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGIL 7881
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Fail 10 Jan 2011 149,467 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 10 Jan 2011 149,467 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2010 146,444 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 25 Jan 2010 146,444 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 142,259 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 137,494 miles

Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Mar 2007 132,053 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 125,351 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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GIL 7881 is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 200 in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1991 Mercedes-benz 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 138,385 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 GIL 7881, 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 35 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 GIL 7881 registered?

GIL 7881 is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 22 April 1991.

Is GIL 7881 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GIL 7881 shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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