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XWL 769V

1979 Mercedes-benz 200

White Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

83,331 mi
Last recorded83,331 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2006
Typical for 1979 Mercedes-benz 20085,097 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXWL 769V
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 31 Jul 2006 83,331 miles

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

Front Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

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

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Spare tyre defective

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

bonnet struts inoperative

extensive corrosion throughout vehicle

n/s/f outer dorr handle sticking

o/s/r cv boot leaking

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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XWL 769V is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 200 in White with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 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 XWL 769V, 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

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What year was XWL 769V registered?

XWL 769V is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 25 October 1979.

Is XWL 769V safe to buy?

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