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P538 APG

1996 Mercedes-benz 200

Green Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

167,041 mi
Last recorded167,041 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2008
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz 200112,747 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP538 APG
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2008 167,041 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 151,171 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2007 151,134 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Mar 2006 137,792 miles

both rear tyres worn low †near side outer sill dammage

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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P538 APG is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 200 in Green with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P538 APG, 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 P538 APG registered?

P538 APG is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P538 APG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P538 APG shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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