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DLU 295J

1971 Mercedes-benz 220

Beige Petrol 2197cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

79,599 mi
Last recorded79,599 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2017
Typical for 1971 Mercedes-benz 22061,772 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLU 295J
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year1971
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,197cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2017 79,599 miles

Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2016 96,047 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 96,024 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 11 Sep 2015 96,024 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 22 Feb 2014 96,107 miles

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

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

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

Fail 14 Jan 2014 96,017 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

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

n /s /f o /s /f tyres side walls crackinj

Pass 5 Jan 2013 96,002 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2011 95,956 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 95,953 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 95,902 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 95,869 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 95,829 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 95,789 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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DLU 295J is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 220 in Beige with a 2,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 DLU 295J, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DLU 295J registered?

DLU 295J is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 5 May 1971.

Is DLU 295J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DLU 295J shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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