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KUV 386X

1981 Mercedes-benz 200

Green Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2022
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

170,392 mi
Last recorded170,392 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2021
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz 200103,832 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKUV 386X
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2021 170,392 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2020 170,365 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 170,068 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2006 170,074 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Jun 2005 168,648 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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KUV 386X is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 200 in Green with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KUV 386X, 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 KUV 386X registered?

KUV 386X is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 25 August 1981.

Is KUV 386X safe to buy?

The MOT history for KUV 386X shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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