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PYT 681R

1977 Mercedes-benz 200

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

81,918 mi
Last recorded81,918 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2008
Typical for 1977 Mercedes-benz 20081,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPYT 681R
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2008 81,918 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fuel pipe/s corroded

NO REAR FOG LAMP AND REAR SEAT BELTS

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Oil leak

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

Pass 25 Jun 2007 81,469 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Electrical wiring damaged/contaminated

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

alternator in secure nut missing

Fail 25 Jun 2007 82,469 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Electrical wiring damaged/contaminated

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

alternator in secure nut missing

Fail 3 Jul 2006 80,672 miles

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 Jul 2006 80,672 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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PYT 681R is a 1977 Mercedes-benz 200 in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1977 Mercedes-benz 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 81,364 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 PYT 681R, 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 49 years old, this Mercedes-benz 200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PYT 681R registered?

PYT 681R is a 1977 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 6 January 1977.

Is PYT 681R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PYT 681R shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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