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JAM 337W

1981 Mercedes-benz 200

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

201,814 mi
Last recorded201,814 miles
Recorded on26 May 2007
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz 200103,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJAM 337W
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 26 May 2007 201,814 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

front brake increase/decrease rate close to limit( slightly low on nearside)

nearside front sill rusted through

one rear exhaust mounting rubber split

Pass 9 Jun 2006 198,899 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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JAM 337W is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 200 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel 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 JAM 337W, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JAM 337W registered?

JAM 337W is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 6 May 1981.

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The MOT history for JAM 337W 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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