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BG11 OBW

2011 Mercedes-benz 220

Black Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

163,358 mi
Last recorded163,358 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz 220100,899 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG11 OBW
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 163,358 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2025 160,884 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewalls damaged, unable to fully inspect (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 3 Feb 2025 160,876 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewalls damaged, unable to fully inspect (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2024 145,379 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2023 139,995 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Discs all round worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Fail 24 Mar 2023 139,995 miles

Front Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Discs all round worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 Feb 2022 129,435 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 116,172 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2019 100,625 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2018 83,682 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 61,339 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 40,389 miles

Both front wipers slightly smearing

Both rear pads are 85% worn

Fail 7 Mar 2016 40,389 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Both front wipers slightly smearing

Both rear pads are 85% worn

Pass 10 Mar 2015 62,624 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 Mar 2014 27,102 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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BG11 OBW is a 2011 Mercedes-benz 220 in Black with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BG11 OBW, 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 BG11 OBW registered?

BG11 OBW is a 2011 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 30 March 2011.

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