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VKR 826S

1978 Mercedes-benz 200

White Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2019
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

44,844 mi
Last recorded44,844 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2018
Typical for 1978 Mercedes-benz 20088,017 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVKR 826S
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2018 44,844 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 8 Aug 2018 44,831 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Dec 2016 44,801 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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VKR 826S is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 200 in White with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 VKR 826S, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VKR 826S?

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What year was VKR 826S registered?

VKR 826S is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 3 January 1978.

Is VKR 826S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VKR 826S shows 3 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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