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241 VEV

1961 Mercedes-benz 220

Green Petrol 2195cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

77,305 mi
Last recorded77,305 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2018
Typical for 1961 Mercedes-benz 22047,522 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration241 VEV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year1961
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,195cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2018 77,305 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 76,806 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 76,509 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 76,080 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 75,529 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 74,380 miles

oil leak

water leak

Pass 9 Aug 2012 73,220 miles

Inner tubes fitted to all tubeless tyres

Rear seats not fitted at time of test

Fail 9 Aug 2012 73,218 miles

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

Inner tubes fitted to all tubeless tyres

Rear seats not fitted at time of test

Fail 23 Jul 2012 73,215 miles

Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 220?

Based on 33,471 MOT tests across 3,542 vehicles.

74.7%
Pass Rate
5,200
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
3,542
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,264
Brake pipe excessively corroded 944
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 428
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 412
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 328
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241 VEV is a 1961 Mercedes-benz 220 in Green with a 2,195cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1961 Mercedes-benz 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 47,522 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 220 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,264 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 241 VEV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 220 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 65 years old, this Mercedes-benz 220 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 241 VEV?

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What year was 241 VEV registered?

241 VEV is a 1961 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 17 April 1961.

Is 241 VEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for 241 VEV shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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