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LB52 WVS

2002 Mercedes-benz 200

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2025
Tests27 (19 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate70.4%

Mileage

85,054 mi
Last recorded85,054 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2023
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz 20076,878 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB52 WVS
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 8 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2023 85,054 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 7 Jan 2023 82,197 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2023 82,197 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 5 Jan 2022 76,878 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Jan 2022 76,878 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jan 2021 72,574 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Jan 2021 72,574 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Jan 2020 63,854 miles

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

Fail 3 Jan 2020 63,854 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 4 Jan 2019 57,815 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Under Tray fitted

Fail 4 Jan 2019 57,815 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both wipers (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Under Tray fitted

Pass 4 Jan 2018 51,614 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 4 Jan 2018 51,614 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Jan 2017 47,083 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Jan 2016 44,184 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 41,644 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 38,356 miles

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

Fail 7 Jan 2013 34,901 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Jan 2013 34,901 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2011 33,590 miles

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

Fail 28 Dec 2011 33,590 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Dec 2010 31,225 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2009 29,697 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2008 26,468 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2007 24,007 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2006 21,188 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2005 16,271 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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LB52 WVS is a 2002 Mercedes-benz 200 in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.

Across all 2002 Mercedes-benz 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 76,878 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 LB52 WVS, 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 24 years old, this Mercedes-benz 200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LB52 WVS registered?

LB52 WVS is a 2002 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 13 December 2002.

Is LB52 WVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB52 WVS shows 27 tests with a 70.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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