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TAZ 7838

1975 Mercedes-benz 200

Red Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2015
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,003 mi
Last recorded7,003 miles
Recorded on27 May 2014
Typical for 1975 Mercedes-benz 20049,298 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAZ 7838
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year1975
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 27 May 2014 7,003 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 6,550 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 6,320 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 5,667 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 8 Jun 2010 5,658 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 5,463 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 5,152 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2005 5,002 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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TAZ 7838 is a 1975 Mercedes-benz 200 in Red with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1975 Mercedes-benz 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 49,298 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 TAZ 7838, 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 51 years old, this Mercedes-benz 200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TAZ 7838 registered?

TAZ 7838 is a 1975 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 5 March 1975.

Is TAZ 7838 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TAZ 7838 shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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