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A16 SMW

2011 Mercedes-benz 220

White Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

127,058 mi
Last recorded127,058 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz 220100,899 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 SMW
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 127,058 miles

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

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Feb 2025 124,943 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Jan 2025 124,900 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested Head lamp not working (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened Corroded & holed at nearside front corner & off side front corner by suspension arm mounting (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipes around rear sub frame covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Surface corrossion on brake pipe to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Surface corrossion on brake pipe to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Under floor covers fitted

sill covers fitted

Pass 26 Feb 2024 122,730 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Surface corrosion on brake pipe to offside rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Feb 2023 119,204 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe to off side rear flexi corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Feb 2022 115,914 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive Coolant leak from engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres worn close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Feb 2021 112,719 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe near diff is corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Feb 2020 109,772 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 103,434 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2017 99,211 miles

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 25 May 2016 95,225 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 90,949 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s n/s/front tyres worn on outside edges

Pass 26 Mar 2014 87,511 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

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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A16 SMW is a 2011 Mercedes-benz 220 in White with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2011 Mercedes-benz 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 100,899 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 A16 SMW, 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 15 years old, this Mercedes-benz 220 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was A16 SMW registered?

A16 SMW is a 2011 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 17 March 2011.

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