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BAT 522X

1982 Mercedes-benz 200

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

134,118 mi
Last recorded134,118 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2007
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz 200115,075 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBAT 522X
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2007 134,118 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame attachment synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 28 Jun 2005 134,103 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

brake warning light on all the time

emissions not checked due to very low engine † oil

n/s/f tyre 15 p.s.i

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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BAT 522X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 200 in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1982 Mercedes-benz 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 115,075 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 BAT 522X, 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 44 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 BAT 522X?

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What year was BAT 522X registered?

BAT 522X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 2 April 1982.

Is BAT 522X safe to buy?

The MOT history for BAT 522X shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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