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PSP 7

1981 Mercedes-benz 200

White Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

51,445 mi
Last recorded51,445 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2011
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz 200103,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPSP 7
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2011 51,445 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 51,441 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 51,435 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 51,431 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 51,427 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2007 51,427 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 22 Mar 2006 51,424 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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PSP 7 is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 200 in White with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1981 Mercedes-benz 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 103,832 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 PSP 7, 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 45 years old, this Mercedes-benz 200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PSP 7?

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What year was PSP 7 registered?

PSP 7 is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 12 May 1981.

Is PSP 7 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PSP 7 shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PSP 7 have outstanding finance?

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