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N839 PUL

1996 Mercedes-benz 200

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

114,599 mi
Last recorded114,599 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2012
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz 200112,747 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN839 PUL
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2012 114,599 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 11 Jun 2012 114,599 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 111,468 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 106,389 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 96,395 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 92,797 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2008 92,797 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2007 87,534 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2007 87,534 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Apr 2006 81,617 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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N839 PUL is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 200 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 N839 PUL, 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 N839 PUL registered?

N839 PUL is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 29 May 1996.

Is N839 PUL safe to buy?

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