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RK53 FWW

2003 Mercedes-benz 200

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

84,814 mi
Last recorded84,814 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz 20079,525 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK53 FWW
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2015 84,814 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 77,434 miles

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

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

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Pass 3 Dec 2013 71,034 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 64,819 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2011 57,736 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 6 Dec 2010 51,318 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 6 Dec 2010 51,318 miles

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Nov 2009 43,950 miles

O/S/R Tyre edges are getting low

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 3 Dec 2008 37,440 miles

Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

squeak noticed n/s/f steering

Pass 10 Dec 2007 29,777 miles

plastic covers prevented full vehicle inspection

Pass 13 Dec 2006 22,915 miles

plastic covers prevented full vehicle inspection

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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RK53 FWW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 200 in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes-benz 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 79,525 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 RK53 FWW, 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 23 years old, this Mercedes-benz 200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RK53 FWW registered?

RK53 FWW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 29 December 2003.

Is RK53 FWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK53 FWW shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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