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JYU 975W

1981 Mercedes-benz 200

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

303,715 mi
Last recorded303,715 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz 200103,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJYU 975W
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 303,715 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 1 May 2024 303,706 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

General surface corrosion apparent under vehicle on steering, brake and suspension components

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside and Offside outer sill has slight surface corrosion

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test 3 rear seats ()

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2022 299,073 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement At upper suspension arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Inner and Outer (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Nearside and Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Dec 2021 296,007 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Fail 16 Nov 2021 295,992 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner upper by rear spring box section above bump stop (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill by old repair (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inner wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner upper by rear spring box section above bump stop (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2020 288,878 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Mar 2019 275,425 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2019 275,425 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 275,425 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 264,399 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 19 Apr 2016 264,366 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 264,263 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Mar 2014 262,680 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

offside rear inner sill corroded.

Pass 26 Mar 2013 259,971 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 254,508 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 250,962 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 244,773 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2010 244,773 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 1 Sep 2008 234,826 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 231,509 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 230,528 miles

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

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

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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JYU 975W is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 200 in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 JYU 975W, 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 JYU 975W registered?

JYU 975W is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 1 July 1981.

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