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Y338 BFS

2001 Mercedes-benz 210

White Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

221,367 mi
Last recorded221,367 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2014
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY338 BFS
MakeMercedes-benz
Model210
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2014 221,367 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside front tyre wearing on edges

Pass 6 Jan 2013 208,413 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 9 Jan 2012 190,262 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 9 Jan 2012 190,262 miles

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 15 Dec 2010 174,386 miles

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Jan 2010 171,614 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 168,292 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2008 168,292 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 2 Mar 2007 164,502 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 154,972 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 210?

Based on 2,417 MOT tests across 229 vehicles.

66.8%
Pass Rate
3,086
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
229
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 140
fog lamp not working 104
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 96
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 90
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 72
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Y338 BFS is a 2001 Mercedes-benz 210 in White with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 210 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 140 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y338 BFS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 210 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 25 years old, this Mercedes-benz 210 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Y338 BFS registered?

Y338 BFS is a 2001 Mercedes-benz 210, first registered on 12 June 2001.

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