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ENT 265L

1973 Mercedes-benz 220

Beige Petrol 2197cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2022
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

57,857 mi
Last recorded57,857 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2021
Typical for 1973 Mercedes-benz 22051,317 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationENT 265L
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year1973
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,197cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2021 57,857 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 55,803 miles

Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2019 54,109 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all coated (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive @ rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2018 53,563 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2018 53,563 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 27 Mar 2017 52,570 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 51,317 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2016 51,317 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Pass 26 May 2015 49,505 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 49,391 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 49,362 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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ENT 265L is a 1973 Mercedes-benz 220 in Beige with a 2,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1973 Mercedes-benz 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 51,317 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 ENT 265L, 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 53 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 ENT 265L registered?

ENT 265L is a 1973 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 10 January 1973.

Is ENT 265L safe to buy?

The MOT history for ENT 265L shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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