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BT53 CWC

2003 Mercedes-benz 220

Blue Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2019
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

160,714 mi
Last recorded160,714 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz 22098,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT53 CWC
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2018 160,714 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 152,067 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2017 152,067 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 19 Sep 2016 147,481 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 139,751 miles

Exhaust clamp damaged at centre section area.

Front brake discs worn.

Under trays fitted obscuring some testable items.

Fail 18 Sep 2015 139,700 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer side wall (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner side wall. (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Exhaust clamp damaged at centre section area.

Front brake discs worn.

O/S/R Indicator pale.

Under trays fitted obscuring some testable items.

Pass 18 Sep 2014 131,930 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Sep 2013 124,854 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 112,043 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 89,964 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 68,621 miles

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

nearside front anti-rollbar drop link top gaitor split

nearside front foglamp insecure

Pass 25 Feb 2010 58,180 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 57,126 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 50,657 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2008 50,646 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Nov 2007 47,136 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2007 47,132 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Nov 2006 35,326 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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BT53 CWC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 220 in Blue with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 BT53 CWC, 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 BT53 CWC registered?

BT53 CWC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 3 December 2003.

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