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BD03 BVG

2003 Mercedes-benz 220

Black Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

67,748 mi
Last recorded67,748 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz 22098,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD03 BVG
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2018 67,748 miles

slight play both rear lower arm ball joints front

Fail 3 Jul 2018 67,748 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2055516 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

slight play both rear lower arm ball joints front

Pass 27 Jun 2017 47,413 miles

front tyres getting low

Pass 28 Jun 2016 41,964 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 37,919 miles

Oil leak

Pass 7 Jul 2014 33,609 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Jul 2013 28,960 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 25,334 miles

Oil leak

Pass 11 Jul 2011 20,697 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 17,132 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 13,755 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 11,097 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 8,062 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 6,056 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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BD03 BVG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 220 in Black with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes-benz 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 98,398 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 BD03 BVG, 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 23 years old, this Mercedes-benz 220 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BD03 BVG registered?

BD03 BVG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 16 May 2003.

Is BD03 BVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD03 BVG shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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