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ANS 500C

1965 Mercedes-benz 220

Maroon Petrol 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2016
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

96,736 mi
Last recorded96,736 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2015
Typical for 1965 Mercedes-benz 22049,212 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationANS 500C
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year1965
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2015 96,736 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 7 Mar 2014 94,954 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 92,583 miles

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

blue smoke from exhaust

engine missfire

Fail 1 Feb 2013 92,541 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

blue smoke from exhaust

engine missfire

Pass 1 Oct 2010 91,920 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment slightly corroded (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Upper Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame attachment slightly corroded (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Upper Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Oct 2007 21,975 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 90,269 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2006 90,265 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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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ANS 500C is a 1965 Mercedes-benz 220 in Maroon with a 2,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1965 Mercedes-benz 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 49,212 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 ANS 500C, 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 61 years old, this Mercedes-benz 220 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ANS 500C registered?

ANS 500C is a 1965 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 22 September 1965.

Is ANS 500C safe to buy?

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