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L153 VLX

1994 Mercedes-benz 200

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

227,245 mi
Last recorded227,245 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2009
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz 200140,054 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL153 VLX
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2009 227,245 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2009 227,245 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Jun 2008 211,462 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2007 207,455 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Steering box deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 30 Mar 2006 189,357 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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L153 VLX is a 1994 Mercedes-benz 200 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1994 Mercedes-benz 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 140,054 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 L153 VLX, 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 32 years old, this Mercedes-benz 200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of L153 VLX?

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What year was L153 VLX registered?

L153 VLX is a 1994 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 12 January 1994.

Is L153 VLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for L153 VLX shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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