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DFP 955Y

1982 Mercedes-benz 200

Beige Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

129,086 mi
Last recorded129,086 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2023
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz 200115,075 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDFP 955Y
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year1982
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2023 129,086 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 17 May 2022 123,714 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 120,559 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both side (5.3.2 (b))

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play both side (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 May 2021 120,559 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both side (5.3.2 (b))

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play both side (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2020 115,747 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 111,843 miles

Surface corrosion under body of vehicle

Pass 23 Aug 2017 108,465 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 107,553 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 106,587 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 105,974 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 105,629 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 105,391 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 105,095 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 104,535 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 103,728 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2008 103,723 miles

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2007 102,779 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2005 101,897 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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DFP 955Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 200 in Beige with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 DFP 955Y, 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.

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What year was DFP 955Y registered?

DFP 955Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 31 December 1982.

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