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XCY 676T

1979 Mercedes-benz 200

Yellow Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

68,263 mi
Last recorded68,263 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2025
Typical for 1979 Mercedes-benz 20085,097 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXCY 676T
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2025 68,263 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2024 67,977 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 67,405 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 66,625 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2019 66,494 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2018 65,961 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Nov 2017 65,325 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 64,344 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 63,218 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 62,808 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Dec 2013 61,922 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 9 Dec 2013 61,922 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 19 Apr 2012 61,532 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 60,355 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 59,445 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2010 59,419 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 17 Mar 2009 59,347 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 20 Mar 2008 59,272 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 59,058 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2007 59,049 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 23 Mar 2006 58,323 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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XCY 676T is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 200 in Yellow with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1979 Mercedes-benz 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 85,097 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 XCY 676T, 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 47 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 XCY 676T?

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What year was XCY 676T registered?

XCY 676T is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 17 May 1979.

Is XCY 676T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XCY 676T shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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