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JEA 262V

1979 Mercedes-benz 200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

77,957 mi
Last recorded77,957 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2020
Typical for 1979 Mercedes-benz 20085,097 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJEA 262V
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Fail 27 Jul 2020 77,957 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor behind trailing arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

nearside reverse light not working

Fail 12 Dec 2019 77,913 miles

Exhaust system insecure rear silencer hanger (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength in wheel arch by anti roll bar mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear of wheel arch by anti roll bar mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp reflector seriously defective inner mirror lens not reflection affecting beam image (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases down pipe join (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear reverse lamp inoprotive

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front front fog light inoprotive

corrosion around rear of head lamps

slight play in steering box drop arm

Pass 8 Jan 2019 74,371 miles

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 20 Dec 2018 74,281 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2017 74,056 miles

Offside Rear Body has slight displacement of the body relative to the chassis (6.1.B.1a)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

both top flitches holed non load beariing near headlamps

Pass 13 Oct 2016 73,999 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 73,999 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 72,003 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 70,553 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2012 69,233 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 16 Oct 2012 69,233 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 66,080 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 63,745 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 62,270 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 60,763 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2007 60,762 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 14 Nov 2007 60,762 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 59,169 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2005 58,207 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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JEA 262V is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 200 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1979 Mercedes-benz 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 85,097 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 JEA 262V, 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 47 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 JEA 262V registered?

JEA 262V is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is JEA 262V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JEA 262V shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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