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CAW 432T

1979 Mercedes-benz 220

White Diesel 2197cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

25,972 mi
Last recorded25,972 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2023
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCAW 432T
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,197cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2023 25,972 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2023 25,972 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Aug 2017 25,531 miles

Rear diff seal leaking

Pass 13 Aug 2016 23,883 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2016 23,883 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 25 Mar 2014 20,817 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 16,026 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 16 Mar 2012 11,441 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Mar 2012 11,441 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 11,412 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 111,144 miles

Headlamp beam benders fitted

Pass 26 Mar 2009 10,720 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 10,442 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 10,086 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 9,610 miles

Small hole in n/s/f floor/ toe board

headlamp masks/converters fitted

rear brakes slightly uneven

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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CAW 432T is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 220 in White with a 2,197cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 CAW 432T, 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 47 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 CAW 432T registered?

CAW 432T is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 10 April 1979.

Is CAW 432T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CAW 432T shows 15 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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