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NHJ 971P

1976 Mercedes-benz 200

Yellow Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

62,797 mi
Last recorded62,797 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2006
Typical for 1976 Mercedes-benz 20067,350 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNHJ 971P
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year1976
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 8 Mar 2006 62,797 miles

Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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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NHJ 971P is a 1976 Mercedes-benz 200 in Yellow with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1976 Mercedes-benz 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 67,350 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 NHJ 971P, 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 50 years old, this Mercedes-benz 200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NHJ 971P?

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What year was NHJ 971P registered?

NHJ 971P is a 1976 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 18 May 1976.

Is NHJ 971P safe to buy?

The MOT history for NHJ 971P shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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