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P655 PBP

1997 Mercedes-benz 200

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

143,568 mi
Last recorded143,568 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2007
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz 200112,180 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP655 PBP
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2007 143,568 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2007 143,568 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Mar 2007 134,462 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2007 134,462 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Oil leak

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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P655 PBP is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 200 in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 P655 PBP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P655 PBP registered?

P655 PBP is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 11 June 1997.

Is P655 PBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P655 PBP shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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