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S759 NLO

1998 Mercedes-benz 200

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2011
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

156,350 mi
Last recorded156,350 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2010
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz 20088,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS759 NLO
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2010 156,350 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Dec 2009 14,952 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2009 14,952 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Dec 2008 138,651 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2008 138,651 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

Rear registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Pass 28 Nov 2007 127,599 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 119,231 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2005 113,626 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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S759 NLO is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 200 in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 88,980 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 S759 NLO, 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 28 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 S759 NLO registered?

S759 NLO is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 1 December 1998.

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