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R705 VOK

1997 Mercedes-benz 200

White Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

74,133 mi
Last recorded74,133 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2005
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz 200112,180 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR705 VOK
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 8 Jun 2005 74,133 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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R705 VOK is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 200 in White with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R705 VOK, 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 R705 VOK registered?

R705 VOK is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 1 September 1997.

Is R705 VOK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R705 VOK shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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