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EK03 UXL

2003 Mercedes-benz 220

Silver Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

144,421 mi
Last recorded144,421 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2020
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz 22098,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK03 UXL
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2020 144,421 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 142,045 miles
Fail 1 May 2019 142,042 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 133,061 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 124,939 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 119,739 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 110,652 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Dec 2013 101,653 miles

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

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Jun 2012 86,703 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2011 77,010 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010
Pass 22 Jun 2009 55,607 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 55,607 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 42,357 miles

brake discs some corrosion

Fail 26 Mar 2008 42,333 miles

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

brake discs some corrosion

Pass 26 Apr 2007 32,882 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 27,310 miles

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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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EK03 UXL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 220 in Silver with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 EK03 UXL, 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 EK03 UXL registered?

EK03 UXL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 22 March 2003.

Is EK03 UXL safe to buy?

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