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LR52 EGD

2002 Mercedes-benz 200

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

75,756 mi
Last recorded75,756 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz 20076,878 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR52 EGD
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2025 75,756 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 75,223 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2023 74,494 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2022 71,631 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 66,755 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2020 64,801 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 63,725 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2019 63,722 miles

Exhaust system insecure rear mounting point broken (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Sep 2018 63,552 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Sep 2017 63,193 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 68,574 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2016 68,574 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Sep 2015 61,195 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2015 61,192 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

e m l light on

Pass 29 Sep 2014 58,975 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2014 58,973 miles

Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Sep 2013 55,418 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 52,475 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 48,795 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2011 48,795 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Nov 2010 45,556 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 41,423 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 37,571 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2008 37,571 miles

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 6 Oct 2007 33,875 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 27,970 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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LR52 EGD is a 2002 Mercedes-benz 200 in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 LR52 EGD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LR52 EGD registered?

LR52 EGD is a 2002 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 1 October 2002.

Is LR52 EGD safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR52 EGD shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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