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401D201

2016 Mercedes-benz 220

Grey Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

121,666 mi
Last recorded121,666 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz 22058,899 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration401D201
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 121,666 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all round (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 20 Oct 2025 121,666 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all round (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2024 119,839 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2023 108,248 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jan 2022 98,217 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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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401D201 is a 2016 Mercedes-benz 220 in Grey with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2016 Mercedes-benz 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 58,899 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 401D201, 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 10 years old, this Mercedes-benz 220 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was 401D201 registered?

401D201 is a 2016 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 8 June 2016.

Is 401D201 safe to buy?

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