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M259 URX

1994 Mercedes-benz 200

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

88,998 mi
Last recorded88,998 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2016
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz 200140,054 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM259 URX
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2016 88,998 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 87,770 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 86,101 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 17 Jul 2014 86,101 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 2 Jun 2013 83,616 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

offside front tyre outer sidewall splitting recommend replacement

rear coil springs corroded unable to inspect fully

windscreen chipped

Pass 2 Jun 2013 83,616 miles

offside front tyre outer sidewall splitting recommend replacement

rear coil springs corroded unable to inspect fully

windscreen chipped

Pass 9 Jan 2012 83,133 miles

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

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

O/S - N/S REAR DISC SCORED & RUST

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

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

REAR DIFFERENTIAL OIL LEAK

REAR FUEL PIPE RUST

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 Jul 2010 82,025 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 79,857 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 77,781 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 75,551 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2007 75,551 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2006 73,310 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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M259 URX is a 1994 Mercedes-benz 200 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1994 Mercedes-benz 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 140,054 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 M259 URX, 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 32 years old, this Mercedes-benz 200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M259 URX registered?

M259 URX is a 1994 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is M259 URX safe to buy?

The MOT history for M259 URX shows 13 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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