MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
176,656 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Offside Inner Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Offside Outer Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
n/s front inner wing corroded
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 200?
Based on 54,250 MOT tests across 7,909 vehicles.
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TKB 881T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 200 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
Across all 1978 Mercedes-benz 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 88,017 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 TKB 881T, 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 48 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 TKB 881T registered?
TKB 881T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 4 September 1978.
Is TKB 881T safe to buy?
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