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P558 PCV

1997 Mercedes-benz 200

Green Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

155,339 mi
Last recorded155,339 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2008
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz 200112,180 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP558 PCV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2008 155,339 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2008 155,340 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 10 Apr 2007 139,747 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 129,104 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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P558 PCV is a 1997 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 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 P558 PCV, 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 P558 PCV registered?

P558 PCV is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 3 January 1997.

Is P558 PCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P558 PCV 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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