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L701 NSS

1994 Mercedes-benz 200

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2009
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

166,789 mi
Last recorded166,789 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2009
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz 200140,054 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL701 NSS
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Fail 3 Feb 2009 166,789 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Fuel pipe union leaking (7.2.3)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 24 Jan 2008 159,480 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2008 159,480 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 24 Jan 2007 151,583 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2007 151,583 miles

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Pass 10 Jan 2006 143,298 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2006 143,298 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Rear Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

propshaft defective

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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L701 NSS is a 1994 Mercedes-benz 200 in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

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 L701 NSS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L701 NSS?

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What year was L701 NSS registered?

L701 NSS is a 1994 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is L701 NSS safe to buy?

The MOT history for L701 NSS shows 7 tests with a 42.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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