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M472 VCH

1995 Mercedes-benz 200

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2011
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

134,728 mi
Last recorded134,728 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2010
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz 200126,529 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM472 VCH
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year1995
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2010 134,728 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

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

Pass 21 Nov 2009 122,001 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 11 Dec 2008 116,836 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 111,327 miles

n/s/f tyre close to depth limit on edge

slight fluid leak from steering damper

Pass 4 Dec 2006 106,875 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

unable to check rear pads for wear due to hup caps

Pass 30 Nov 2005 101,574 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2005 101,574 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

horn slightly muffled

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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M472 VCH is a 1995 Mercedes-benz 200 in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1995 Mercedes-benz 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 126,529 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 M472 VCH, 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 31 years old, this Mercedes-benz 200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M472 VCH registered?

M472 VCH is a 1995 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is M472 VCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for M472 VCH shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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