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N439 OYX

1996 Mercedes-benz 200

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2009
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

96,480 mi
Last recorded96,480 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2008
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz 200112,747 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN439 OYX
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2008 96,480 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2008 96,480 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Coolant leak

Pass 14 Jun 2007 91,453 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2007 91,453 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 14 Jun 2006 85,892 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2006 85,892 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Jun 2005 83,240 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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N439 OYX is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 200 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1996 Mercedes-benz 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 112,747 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 N439 OYX, 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 30 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 N439 OYX registered?

N439 OYX is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 24 April 1996.

Is N439 OYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N439 OYX shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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