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P275 MLE

1996 Mercedes-benz 200

Green Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2011
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

138,504 mi
Last recorded138,504 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2010
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz 200112,747 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP275 MLE
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2010 138,504 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 24 Dec 2009 132,634 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Dec 2009 132,634 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2008 128,132 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2008 128,132 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 22 Dec 2007 125,584 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 22 Dec 2007 125,584 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 22 Dec 2006 123,182 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2006 123,182 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 28 Dec 2005 120,665 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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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P275 MLE is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 200 in Green with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 P275 MLE, 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 P275 MLE registered?

P275 MLE is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P275 MLE safe to buy?

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