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MNR 423W

1980 Mercedes-benz 200

Beige Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

167,598 mi
Last recorded167,598 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2006
Typical for 1980 Mercedes-benz 20096,767 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMNR 423W
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year1980
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2006 167,598 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2006 167,551 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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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MNR 423W is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 200 in Beige with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1980 Mercedes-benz 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 96,767 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 MNR 423W, 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 46 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 MNR 423W registered?

MNR 423W is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is MNR 423W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MNR 423W 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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