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HWN 51W

1981 Mercedes-benz 200

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2007
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

75,705 mi
Last recorded75,705 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2006
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz 200103,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHWN 51W
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 30 Nov 2006 75,705 miles

LOTS OF WELLDING DONE.FRONT NO PLATE HAS SLIGHT CRACKING.SLIGHT PLAY IN STEERING BOX

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

Pass 19 Oct 2005 75,270 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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HWN 51W is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 200 in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 HWN 51W, 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.

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What year was HWN 51W registered?

HWN 51W is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 28 May 1981.

Is HWN 51W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HWN 51W shows 2 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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