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SV55 BBE

2005 Mercedes-benz 200

Black Petrol 1790cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2024
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

80,468 mi
Last recorded80,468 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2023
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz 20084,992 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV55 BBE
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,790cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2023 80,468 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front FOG LAMP MISSING

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured BOTH REAR INDICATORS BULBS (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Nov 2023 80,468 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick REAR PADS WORN BELOW LIMIT (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front FOG LAMP MISSING

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured BOTH REAR INDICATORS BULBS (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2022 65,557 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 47,012 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Nov 2021 47,012 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 20,009 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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SV55 BBE is a 2005 Mercedes-benz 200 in Black with a 1,790cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 84,992 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 SV55 BBE, 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 21 years old, this Mercedes-benz 200 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was SV55 BBE registered?

SV55 BBE is a 2005 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is SV55 BBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV55 BBE shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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