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LCK 573W

1981 Mercedes-benz 200

Brown Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

142,303 mi
Last recorded142,303 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2006
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz 200103,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLCK 573W
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year1981
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2006 142,303 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2006 142,303 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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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LCK 573W is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 200 in Brown with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 LCK 573W, 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.

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What year was LCK 573W registered?

LCK 573W is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 16 January 1981.

Is LCK 573W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LCK 573W shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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