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KNB 811V

1980 Mercedes-benz 200

Green Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Tests2 (0 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

143,971 mi
Last recorded143,971 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2006
Typical for 1980 Mercedes-benz 20096,767 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKNB 811V
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

0 pass 2 fail
Fail 20 Oct 2006 143,971 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Fail 21 Oct 2005 142,658 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

adv brake check due back brakes squeeling

adv car leans slightly to left

adv n/s/f seat belt twisted

adv n/s/f tyre low on edge

adv n/s/r tyre is a van tyre and 8pr rated

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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KNB 811V is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 200 in Green with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1980 Mercedes-benz 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 96,767 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KNB 811V, 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 46 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 KNB 811V registered?

KNB 811V is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 1 April 1980.

Is KNB 811V safe to buy?

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