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X254 EGT

2000 Mercedes-benz 200

Silver Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

115,450 mi
Last recorded115,450 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2012
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz 20084,084 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX254 EGT
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 24 Nov 2012 115,450 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Nov 2012 115,450 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 1 Nov 2011 107,143 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2011

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Outer Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Sep 2010 97,981 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2010 97,981 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Oct 2009 86,804 miles

screw in offside front tyre

Pass 27 Aug 2008 76,602 miles

chip in windscreen

front offside door mirror poor condition

rear differential leaking oil

rear indicators slightly discoloured

Pass 24 Jul 2007 67,983 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 60,060 miles

n/s and o/s rear tyres on wear bars

Pass 15 Aug 2005 53,081 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

oil leak

oil leaking at rear diff † † † † † † † † † † † † †

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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X254 EGT is a 2000 Mercedes-benz 200 in Silver with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2000 Mercedes-benz 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 84,084 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 X254 EGT, 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 26 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 X254 EGT?

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What year was X254 EGT registered?

X254 EGT is a 2000 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 1 September 2000.

Is X254 EGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for X254 EGT shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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