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50 BER

1966 Mercedes-benz 220

Maroon Petrol 2197cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2023
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

11,281 mi
Last recorded11,281 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2022
Typical for 1966 Mercedes-benz 22060,765 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration50 BER
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year1966
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,197cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2022 11,281 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

steering box damp with oil

Pass 14 Apr 2021 10,581 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2019 10,364 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2019 10,360 miles

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper damaged and braking performance affected seized (1.1.16 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Hydraulic brake calliper damaged and braking performance affected seized (1.1.16 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear reverse light inoperative

all fuel rear flexible hoses deteriorated

off side steering arm control clearance close to limit

rear axle prop shaft seal slight leacking

slight play in both front top king pins

Pass 26 Jul 2012 10,352 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 10,341 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 10,335 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 10,266 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 10,260 miles

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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50 BER is a 1966 Mercedes-benz 220 in Maroon with a 2,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1966 Mercedes-benz 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 60,765 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 50 BER, 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 60 years old, this Mercedes-benz 220 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 50 BER registered?

50 BER is a 1966 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 28 June 1966.

Is 50 BER safe to buy?

The MOT history for 50 BER shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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