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BD55 KUA

2005 Mercedes-benz 220

Blue Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

155,749 mi
Last recorded155,749 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2017
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz 220101,884 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD55 KUA
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2017 155,749 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 134,184 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 116,687 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 16 Nov 2013 99,766 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 93,393 miles
Fail 8 May 2013 93,393 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Dec 2011 89,483 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 29 Dec 2010 86,552 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 29 Dec 2010 86,552 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 30 Dec 2009 71,202 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2008 53,823 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2008 53,823 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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BD55 KUA is a 2005 Mercedes-benz 220 in Blue with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 101,884 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 BD55 KUA, 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 21 years old, this Mercedes-benz 220 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BD55 KUA registered?

BD55 KUA is a 2005 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 30 December 2005.

Is BD55 KUA safe to buy?

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