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YYJ 914T

1978 Mercedes-benz 200

White Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2018
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,405 mi
Last recorded51,405 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2017
Typical for 1978 Mercedes-benz 20088,017 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYYJ 914T
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 23 Sep 2017 51,405 miles

front sub frame bushes worn

nearside front lower arm iner bushes worn

Pass 26 Apr 2013 50,961 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 50,582 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 50,306 miles

Nearside Inner Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Oil leak

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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YYJ 914T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 200 in White with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 YYJ 914T, 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

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What year was YYJ 914T registered?

YYJ 914T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 27 September 1978.

Is YYJ 914T safe to buy?

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