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BNT 541K

1971 Mercedes-benz 220

Cream Petrol 2197cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

84,285 mi
Last recorded84,285 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2015
Typical for 1971 Mercedes-benz 22061,772 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNT 541K
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year1971
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,197cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2015 84,285 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FRONT PIPE (7.1.2)

SLIGHT ENGINE OIL LEAK

Pass 28 Oct 2014 83,044 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 81,450 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 79,926 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 5 Nov 2010 79,598 miles

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

Fail 5 Nov 2010 79,598 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 25 Jul 2007 79,536 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 79,517 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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BNT 541K is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 220 in Cream with a 2,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1971 Mercedes-benz 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 61,772 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 BNT 541K, 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 55 years old, this Mercedes-benz 220 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BNT 541K registered?

BNT 541K is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 1 October 1971.

Is BNT 541K safe to buy?

The MOT history for BNT 541K shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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