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FLB 779Y

1983 Mercedes-benz 210

White Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

171,411 mi
Last recorded171,411 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2011
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz 21073,037 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFLB 779Y
MakeMercedes-benz
Model210
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 21 Oct 2011 171,411 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 169,755 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 16 Oct 2009 166,923 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 165,688 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 164,852 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 161,876 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 210?

Based on 2,417 MOT tests across 229 vehicles.

66.8%
Pass Rate
3,086
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
229
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 140
fog lamp not working 104
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 96
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 90
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 72
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FLB 779Y is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 210 in White with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1983 Mercedes-benz 210 models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.9% with a typical mileage of 73,037 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 210 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 140 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FLB 779Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 210 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 43 years old, this Mercedes-benz 210 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FLB 779Y registered?

FLB 779Y is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 210, first registered on 12 July 1983.

Is FLB 779Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FLB 779Y shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FLB 779Y have outstanding finance?

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