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P243 NLK

1997 Mercedes-benz 200

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

62,261 mi
Last recorded62,261 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2010
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz 200112,180 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP243 NLK
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2010 62,261 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 16 Apr 2009 60,319 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 58,579 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2008 58,517 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

fuel filter stained

Pass 19 Apr 2007 56,389 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 54,157 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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P243 NLK is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 200 in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes-benz 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 112,180 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 P243 NLK, 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 29 years old, this Mercedes-benz 200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P243 NLK registered?

P243 NLK is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 6 March 1997.

Is P243 NLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P243 NLK shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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