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GXZ 8361

2012 Mercedes-benz 200

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jan 2027
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

146,590 mi
Last recorded146,590 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz 20066,239 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGXZ 8361
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 146,590 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2025 144,730 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2024 135,720 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 119,117 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2022 103,241 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021
Fail 4 Mar 2021 89,506 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 66,868 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2019 66,832 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 62,536 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both mains (3.6.B.2c)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

underbody covers fitted

Pass 7 Mar 2017 57,117 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 51,421 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2016 51,421 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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GXZ 8361 is a 2012 Mercedes-benz 200 in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2012 Mercedes-benz 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 66,239 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 GXZ 8361, 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 14 years old, this Mercedes-benz 200 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GXZ 8361 registered?

GXZ 8361 is a 2012 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 26 September 2012.

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The MOT history for GXZ 8361 shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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