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C37 EUU

1986 Mercedes-benz 220

Green Petrol 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

264,014 mi
Last recorded264,014 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC37 EUU
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year1986
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2017 264,014 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing on the inner and outer edge

Oil leak ()

Rear coil spring corroded both side (2.4.C.1b)

body corrosion

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

Fail 31 Mar 2017 264,013 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front tyre wearing on the inner and outer edge

Oil leak ()

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both side (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear coil spring corroded both side (2.4.C.1b)

body corrosion

rear diff leaking

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

Pass 25 Feb 2016 258,865 miles

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Fail 24 Feb 2016 258,865 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside and to low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside and to low (1.8)

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

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 255,550 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2014 252,402 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 May 2012 239,090 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 236,922 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 9 Apr 2008 234,200 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 226,478 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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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C37 EUU is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 220 in Green with a 2,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 C37 EUU, 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 40 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 C37 EUU registered?

C37 EUU is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 31 December 1986.

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The MOT history for C37 EUU shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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