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N59 DVV

1996 Mercedes-benz 200

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

132,522 mi
Last recorded132,522 miles
Recorded on19 May 2010
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz 200112,747 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN59 DVV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 19 May 2010 132,522 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 129,418 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2008 126,642 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2007 124,694 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 120,483 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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N59 DVV is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 200 in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 N59 DVV, 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.

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What year was N59 DVV registered?

N59 DVV is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 1 May 1996.

Is N59 DVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N59 DVV shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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